2022 Domaine Bizot Clos du Roy Marsannay 750ml

The 2022 Domaine Bizot Clos du Roy Marsannay 750ml stands as a brilliant benchmark of modern cult Burgundy viticulture and artisan mastery. Furthermore, Jean-Yves Bizot’s non-interventionist, whole-cluster wines are among the most fiercely coveted and scarce in the entire Côte de Nuits. Situated in the noble ‘Clos du Roy’ climat—long regarded as the finest premier-cru candidate in Marsannay—this cuvée showcases sovereign terroir pedigree. Today, this iconic bottling delivers transcendent aromatic complexity, crystalline transparency, and timeless cellar ageworthiness.

Additionally, Bizot’s distinctive approach produces wines of extraordinary weightlessness and soaring perfume. Marsannay historically provides energetic limestone structure, yet Bizot elevates it to the heights of Grand Cru refinement. Consequently, this rare 2022 release captures the vibrant energy and sensual texture that define his legendary estate.

Terroir & Viticulture

Clos du Roy sits on an exceptional hillside slope situated directly overlooking the village of Chenôve. However, what elevates this climat into historic lore is its historical ownership by the Dukes of Burgundy and the Kings of France. The site features shallow, stony soils rich in Bajocian crinoidal limestone and fossil debris.

Specifically, this rocky, well-draining limestone matrix forces old vine roots deep into bedrock fractures to absorb vital mineral salts. The south-east exposure ensures gentle morning sunlight, promoting steady photosynthesis without dehydration. Jean-Yves Bizot farms using strict organic and regenerative practices without synthetic chemicals. The 2022 season delivered ideal sunshine tempered by timely rains. Therefore, the old vines yielded small, deeply complex berries with balanced sugar and vibrant acidity.

Vinification & Craftsmanship

Jean-Yves Bizot practices an uncompromising, traditional winemaking philosophy that rejects all modern enological manipulation. Grapes were harvested by hand into small wicker baskets with meticulous cluster-by-cluster selection. The wine underwent 100% whole-cluster fermentation without crushing, using only native yeasts in historic open-top wooden vats.

Crucially, Bizot utilizes zero sulfur additions during fermentation and maturation, adding only an imperceptible trace at bottling. The wine aged in 100% new French oak barrels sourced from elite coopers, resting on fine lees without racking or stirring. In addition, the wine remained unfined and unfiltered, preserving its pure textural essence. Furthermore, bottling was performed entirely by hand, barrel by barrel, under protective cellar gravity.

Tasting Notes

In the glass, the 2022 Domaine Bizot Clos du Roy Marsannay 750ml reveals a luminous, translucent ruby-garnet core with brilliant reflections. The nose immediately erupts with an ethereal, intoxicating perfume of wild red currants, wild strawberries, and whole-cluster stem spice. In addition, complex layers of rose potpourri, blood orange, crushed limestone, black tea, and incense blossom effortlessly.

On the palate, the wine delivers weightless concentration, electric energy, and silky, seamless fluidity. Ultra-fine tannins meld into flavors of sour cherry compote, pomegranate, and exotic Asian spices. Meanwhile, a vibrant spine of crystalline natural acidity sustains immense freshness and dynamic lift. Consequently, the finish persists for minutes, echoing dried rose petals, saline limestone minerality, and sweet red berries.

Technical Specifications

• Producer: Domaine Bizot
• Winemaker: Jean-Yves Bizot
• Appellation: Marsannay AOC
• Climat: Clos du Roy
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• Viticulture: Organic / Regenerative
• Vinification: 100% Whole cluster, native yeasts, zero sulfur during vinification
• Aging: ~18 months in 100% new French oak barrels
• Alcohol: ~13.0% ABV
• Volume: 750ml
• Closure: Natural Cork (Hand-waxed capsule)

Service & Cellar Potential

Serve this rare wine between 14°C–16°C (57°F–61°F) in large Burgundy stemware. Specifically, we advise against aggressive decanting to protect its delicate, un-sulfured aromatics from oxidation shock; gentle swirling in glass is best. Pull the cork 45 minutes prior to service to let the ethereal perfumes expand slowly.

Pair this cuvée with roasted squab, dry-aged duck breast, pan-roasted sweetbreads, or morel mushroom tagliatelle. Furthermore, delicate aged cheeses such as Chaource or Brillat-Savarin complement its silky textures beautifully. As a result, collectors can savor this pinnacle 2022 bottling now or cellar it securely through 2040+.