{"product_id":"laurent-ponsot-clos-de-vougeot-grand-cru-cuvee-du-cedre-2020","title":"Laurent Ponsot Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Cuvee du Cedre 2020","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Harmonious\" Giant – A Vintage of Exceptional Balance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn March 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2020 'Cuvée du Cèdre'\u003c\/b\u003e is widely regarded as one of Laurent Ponsot's most technically perfect achievements. While 2018 was a year of \"power\" and 2021 a year of \"lace,\" Laurent himself has used the word \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"220\"\u003e\"Harmony\"\u003c\/b\u003e to describe the 2020 vintage. Despite being a warm and dry year, the analyses of these wines were described as \"textbook,\" resulting in a Grand Cru that possesses both immense concentration and a startlingly fresh, direct character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eSourced from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eseven different suppliers\u003c\/b\u003e across \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003eten locations\u003c\/b\u003e throughout the Clos de Vougeot, the 2020 \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"101\"\u003eCèdre\u003c\/i\u003e provides a panoramic view of the appellation. With lower yields in 2020 (down about 25% from average), this wine has a natural density that is rare even for a Grand Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Terroir: \"From All Over the Clos\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e If the 2021 is \"vertical,\" the 2020 is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003e\"spherical.\"\u003c\/b\u003e It is a wine that feels complete and \"filled in\" from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Site:\u003c\/b\u003e By blending fruit from the various micro-climats of the 50-hectare walled vineyard, Laurent mitigates the variation of the vintage. The stony upper sections provide the \"sparkling flashes\" of aroma, while the deeper soils of the mid-sections provide the \"massive\" structural scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Craft:\u003c\/b\u003e As is the house signature, there is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003ezero new oak\u003c\/b\u003e. This is critical in a concentrated year like 2020; it ensures the \"textbook\" fruit purity isn't weighed down by wood tannins or vanilla notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (The \"Vibe\" in 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eRecent 2025\/2026 professional reviews describe a wine of \"sparkling complexity\" that is surprisingly drinkable for its size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eIntense and Multi-faceted.\u003c\/b\u003e It explodes with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003econcentrated dark cherries, red currants, and plum liqueur\u003c\/b\u003e. There are \"extra flashes\" of aromatic complexity including \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"173\"\u003etobacco leaf, violets, and a hint of wild hedgerow fruits\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eMassive and Direct.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is \"mouth-filling\" with an incredible scale. It is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003edeep and concentrated\u003c\/b\u003e but remains \"fresh and direct with no fat.\" The tannins are present but \"grainless,\" adhering smoothly to the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003ePowerful and \"Textured.\"\u003c\/b\u003e It leaves a very long, firmly structured finish where the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"95\"\u003e14.5% ABV\u003c\/b\u003e provides a touch of \"noble warmth\" without being hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\"\u003e2020 (A \"Harmonious\" low-yield year)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e14.5%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSourcing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\"\u003e10 locations within Clos de Vougeot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e94–95 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (Jasper Morris \/ Allen Meadows \/ CellarTracker)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2026 – 2045.\u003c\/b\u003e While \"eminently drinkable today,\" Laurent suggests this is one of his first 2020s that truly rewards patience—peak drinking likely 2030+.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Haute Couture\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eRoasted Veal with Chanterelles\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine's \"grainless\" tannins respect the delicate texture of veal while the mushrooms echo the earthiness of the Clos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Bold Choice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eVenison with a Redcurrant Reduction\u003c\/b\u003e; the intense red berry fruit of the 2020 vintage mirrors the tartness of the sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Savory Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eAged Epoisses or a mature Comté\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine's \"earthenware\" structure and high acidity handle the rich saltiness of these cheeses with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e In 2026, collectors note that the 2020 \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eCèdre\u003c\/i\u003e is a \"vibrant\" wine that is currently in a very expressive phase. If you choose to drink it now, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"151\"\u003edecant for 1–2 hours\u003c\/b\u003e to allow the \"massive\" palate to soften and the floral aromatics to bloom. As always, check the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"268\"\u003eNFC chip\u003c\/b\u003e in the capsule to ensure the wine has been stored at the correct temperature since it left the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Laurent Ponsot Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Cuvee du Cedre 2020","offer_id":57122480554358,"sku":"'3770028498321","price":335.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Alko","offer_id":57122480587126,"sku":"'3770028498321","price":247.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/ponsotcedre_383c514a-41ce-4b78-a772-eb76a3cf4ef6.png?v=1774194388","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/laurent-ponsot-clos-de-vougeot-grand-cru-cuvee-du-cedre-2020","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}