Domaine Dujac
Clos de la Roche Grand Cru
Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, Morey-Saint-Denis
2009
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
ABV
Where it is, June 2026
At Peak: in the heart of its drinking window (2012-2033).
In 2026, the Dujac Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2009 is in full peak, sitting confidently within its drinking window of 2012 through 2033. The 2009 vintage's warmth and generosity have translated into a wine that is more immediately opulent than its 2010 sibling: at 17 years of age, the fruit is ripe and plush, the whole-cluster aromatics have deepened into a complex interplay of dried cherries, forest floor, and faint warm spice, and the tannins have long since resolved into a silky, seamless texture. In 2026, this wine offers peak pleasure for those who enjoy Burgundy's more generous, fruit-forward expressions. The prime window extends approximately seven more years to 2033, meaning there is no urgency, but the window is not unlimited. Those holding multiples may find that bottles opened now through 2029 represent the absolute pinnacle of the 2009's development, before the fruit gradually recedes and tertiary character takes full command.
The ‘09 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru.
Dujac's 2009 Clos de la Roche is generous, flamboyant, and fully at peak in 2026, a warm-vintage Burgundy grand cru with seven years of prime window remaining.
Drinking window
Tasting note
The 2009 Dujac Clos de la Roche is a full-bodied, flamboyant Burgundy grand cru that wears the warmth of its vintage openly. The nose leads with ripe red cherries, crushed strawberry, and the characteristic musky whole-bunch botanical that is Dujac's unmistakable signature. At 17 years of age, secondary layers of dried rose petal, warm spice, and earthy forest floor have added complexity to the primary fruit without diminishing it. On the palate, the wine is rich and generous: depth and dimension are immediately apparent, the tannins have resolved into pure silk, and the mid-palate shows a lovely fleshiness that is the hallmark of 2009 Burgundy. The acidity, while not as sharp as the 2010, provides structure and keeps the wine from feeling heavy. The finish is long, plush, and spiced with a trailing lift of sous-bois. This is Dujac at its most expressive and approachable, a wine that delivers immediate pleasure without sacrificing the complexity that defines great Morey-Saint-Denis terroir. The whole-cluster fermentation adds a dimension of aromatic layering that separates this from simple fruit-forward profiles.
The 2009 vintage
The 2009 vintage across Burgundy's Cotes de Nuits earned a Wine Spectator score of 95 Classic, described as charming and fluid with ripe, pure fruit. The growing season was notably warm, with summer heat building generous sugar levels and physiological ripeness across the appellation. The result was a vintage of unusual opulence for Burgundy: rich, fleshy wines with deep color and flamboyant aromatics that contrasted sharply with the more precise, structured 2010 that followed. At harvest, growers faced decisions about timing, with some picking early to preserve freshness and others waiting for maximum ripeness. The finest producers captured both concentration and aromatic purity. For Dujac's Clos de la Roche, the 2009 warmth amplified the whole-cluster aromatics and produced a wine of greater immediate appeal than typical, though cellaring has revealed genuine depth and complexity beneath the generous fruit.
About Domaine Dujac
Domaine Dujac was founded by Jacques Seysses in 1968 and is today guided by his son Jeremy Seysses, who continues the estate's commitment to whole-cluster fermentation, light extraction, and minimal sulfur additions. This philosophy produces wines of unusual aromatic complexity and fine-grained texture, distinguishing Dujac from estates that rely on destemming for cleaner fruit profiles. At Dujac, the proportion of whole clusters varies by vintage and parcel, a precision tool that allows Jeremy Seysses to calibrate aromatic intensity and tannic texture to the specific demands of each harvest. In warm years like 2009, this approach delivers wines of remarkable depth and aromatic generosity. The Clos de la Roche is the estate's most structured grand cru holding and the clearest expression of the whole-cluster philosophy at its fullest.
From the cellar: pair with
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with herbs
The 2009's generous, plush fruit and silky tannins match the richness of slow-cooked lamb, while herbal notes echo the wine's whole-cluster botanical character.
Duck confit with lentils and red wine reduction
The wine's full body and ripe cherry fruit hold up to concentrated duck richness, and the earthy lentil base mirrors the forest-floor secondary notes in this mature Burgundy.
Aged Comte with honeycomb and walnuts
The 2009's plush, generous mid-palate pairs beautifully with the nutty, complex flavors of aged Comte, while the honeycomb's sweetness plays against the wine's savory sous-bois depth.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 60-64F (15-18C)
- Decanting
- Decant 30-45 minutes in 2026. The 2009 is softer and more generous than its 2010 sibling and requires less air to open. Serve within 60-90 minutes of decanting to catch the wine at full aromatic expression before the fruit begins to fade.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side.
The drinking window on this bottle is calculated with the Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) v1.0, a 10-factor model. Try the free drinking window calculator on any wine, or read when to drink wine for the practical signals.
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Frequently Asked
Is the 2009 Dujac Clos de la Roche still at peak in 2026?
Yes. In 2026 the 2009 Dujac Clos de la Roche is at full peak, sitting within its 2012 to 2033 drinking window with approximately seven years remaining. The 2009 vintage's generous warmth means the wine has been accessible for years and now shows the full complexity of a mature Burgundy grand cru while retaining its characteristic plush fruit. There is no urgency to rush, but this is prime drinking time.
How long should I decant the 2009 Dujac Clos de la Roche?
Decanting for 30-45 minutes is ideal in 2026. The 2009 is a generous, soft vintage that opens quickly, unlike the more structured 2010 which benefits from longer aeration. Pour into a wide Burgundy decanter and allow the aromas to develop for 30 minutes before serving. Beyond 90 minutes the wine may begin to lose some of the freshness that Dujac's whole-cluster fermentation preserves even in warm vintages.
What food pairs best with Dujac Clos de la Roche 2009?
The generous, plush style of the 2009 pairs particularly well with slow-cooked or rich preparations: lamb shoulder, duck confit, game birds, and braised short ribs all work beautifully. The wine's ripe cherry fruit and silky tannins have enough weight to stand up to richness without needing the sharpest acidity. Aged cheeses, particularly Comte or Epoisses, also shine, especially at the end of a meal when the wine's tertiary complexity is most apparent.
How does the 2009 compare to the 2010 Dujac Clos de la Roche?
The 2009 and 2010 are fascinating siblings from two very different vintages. The 2009 is the more generous, opulent wine: ripe, flamboyant, and accessible, defined by the vintage's warmth and the immediate appeal of whole-cluster fruit. The 2010 is more precise, structured, and energetic, with the vintage's vivid acidity providing a longer backbone. Both are at peak in 2026, but the 2009 rewards those who prefer Burgundy's more giving, hedonistic expression, while the 2010 rewards patience and precision.
Where can I explore more Burgundy wines at this level?
The Burgundy collection at /wines/region/burgundy includes a growing library of Cote de Nuits grand crus and premier crus. Among Dujac's own range, the Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 2013 and Echezeaux Grand Cru 2004 offer comparison points for how the domaine's whole-cluster philosophy expresses across different terroirs and vintages. The Pinot Noir varietal hub at /wines/varietal/pinot-noir also shows how this grape varies across Burgundy's appellations.