{"product_id":"michel-clair-santenay-rouge-2022","title":"Michel Clair Santenay Rouge 2022","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Hidden Value\" of the Côte de Beaune – Rustic Charm \u0026amp; Silky Fruit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn March 2026, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"15\"\u003eDomaine Michel Clair\u003c\/b\u003e remains one of the most reliable names for those seeking \"true\" Burgundy without the astronomical price tags of its neighbors in Chassagne or Meursault. Based in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"198\"\u003eSantenay\u003c\/b\u003e, at the southern tip of the Côte de Beaune, the family (now led by Michel’s son, Jean-Baptiste) produces wines that perfectly capture the transition from the limestone-heavy whites of the north to the structural reds of the south.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe current releases from the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003e2022 and 2023 vintages\u003c\/b\u003e are showing beautifully. 2022, in particular, was a \"generous\" year that provided these wines with a plushness that rounds out Santenay's naturally firm tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Red: Santenay 'Les Hâtes' \u0026amp; 1er Crus\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 Gevrey-Chambertin is \"power,\" Michel Clair's Santenay is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003e\"earthy elegance.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\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 Style:\u003c\/b\u003e These are Pinot Noirs that don't try to be \"pretty\" through heavy oak. Instead, they focus on the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003epurity of red fruit\u003c\/b\u003e and the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"137\"\u003esavory, mineral grip\u003c\/b\u003e of the Santenay soil.\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\"\u003eTasting Notes (2022\/2023):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e High-toned aromas of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003ewild raspberries, black cherries, and peonies\u003c\/b\u003e, with a distinct \"forest floor\" and iron-like mineral undertone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium-bodied and energetic. It features \"crunchy\" red fruit balanced by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003efine-grained, peppery tannins\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean and slightly salty, making it incredibly food-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eRoasted duck, mushroom risotto, or mild washed-rind cheeses.\u003c\/b\u003e\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\"\u003eThe White: Santenay 'Les Charmes' \u0026amp; 1er Crus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e A \"secret weapon\" for Chardonnay lovers. Santenay whites often mimic the weight of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eChassagne-Montrachet\u003c\/b\u003e but with a more direct, stony character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Michel Clair uses very little new oak, allowing the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003ecitrus zest and white flower\u003c\/b\u003e notes to take center stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting Notes (2023):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e Vibrant and \"flinty.\" It leads with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003egreen apple, lemon curd, and white peach\u003c\/b\u003e, followed by a hint of toasted almond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Nervy\" and precise. There is a lovely \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003ecreamy texture\u003c\/b\u003e from lees aging, but it is always sliced through by a sharp line of acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Long and mineral, with a refreshing \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003egrapefruit pith\u003c\/b\u003e bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003eGrilled sea bass, poultry in white wine sauce, or goat cheese.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e📋 Key Cuvees to Look For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfile\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=\"12,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSantenay 'Les Hâtes'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1,0\"\u003eVillage Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,1,2,0\"\u003eDeep, structured, and classic. Great for aging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSantenay 1er Cru 'Clos des Tavannes'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,1,0\"\u003e1er Cru Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,2,2,0\"\u003eThe \"Grandest\" of the reds; silky, floral, and very elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSantenay 'Les Charmes'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,1,0\"\u003eVillage White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,3,2,0\"\u003eRipe, golden fruit with a stony, saline finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSantenay 1er Cru 'Beaurepaire'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,4,1,0\"\u003e1er Cru White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"12,4,2,0\"\u003eIntense, high-acid, and very \"Burgundian\" complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eDrinking Window \u0026amp; Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReds (2022):\u003c\/b\u003e You can enjoy these now with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003e1-hour decant\u003c\/b\u003e, but they will hit their \"sweet spot\" between \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"104\"\u003e2027 and 2034\u003c\/b\u003e. Serve at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"128\"\u003e16°C\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhites (2023):\u003c\/b\u003e Deliciously fresh right now. These are \"vibrant\" bottles meant for the next \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"91\"\u003e3–5 years\u003c\/b\u003e. Serve at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003e11–13°C\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Michel Clair is a \"grower's producer.\" Because they don't have a massive marketing machine, you are paying for the quality of the farming rather than the label. If you see the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0\" data-index-in-node=\"185\"\u003e2022 'Clos des Tavannes'\u003c\/b\u003e, grab it—it’s often cited as one of the best value-for-money Premier Crus in the entire Côte de Beaune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122476786038,"sku":"'6419294346338","price":37.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/michelclairsantenay.png?v=1774251978","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/michel-clair-santenay-rouge-2022","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}