Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, France · France
2013 Domaine Dujac Clos de la Roche Grand Cru
The 2013 Dujac Clos de la Roche is a cool-vintage grand cru of aromatic purity and mineral grace - in its drinking window since 2023 and building toward a refined peak from 2028 through 2038.
- Varietal
- Pinot Noir
- Vintage
- 2013
Drinking Window
In 2026: Approaching PeakDrinkable, but best years are ahead. Peak begins 2028.
Right now: In 2026, the 2013 Dujac Clos de la Roche is three years into its drinking window and approaching its peak, expected in 2028 and running through 2038. This is a lighter grand cru than the 2019 - the cool 2013 vintage produced a wine of floral transparency and mineral fragrance rather than dense concentration, and it is drinking with genuine charm right now. The tannins are integrating well, the whole-cluster complexity has begun to merge with secondary earthy notes, and the acidity is vibrant and carrying. Three more years will round out the profile further. Drink with pleasure now or hold through the peak decade. The modest structure of the vintage means the window will close gradually around 2045.
About Domaine Dujac
Domaine Dujac has farmed its Clos de la Roche parcel in Morey-Saint-Denis for decades, applying the same house philosophy across all appellations: whole-cluster fermentation with stems, minimal sulfur, no fining, no filtration. In the 2013 vintage, where fruit concentration was naturally modest, this approach produced wines of exceptional aromatic purity - the stems adding spice and freshness rather than harshness, the absence of filtration preserving every nuance. The Dujac style in cool vintages reveals a lighter, more fragrant personality that contrasts sharply with the grand cru's powerful years.
Food Pairings
Roast chicken with truffle butter
The 2013's light body and floral, herbaceous whole-cluster character complement the truffle without demanding the structure of richer dishes.
Seared salmon with lentils and herbs
The wine's bright acidity and fine-grained tannins make it a rare red that works with oily fish - the mineral finish bridges salmon and lentil earthiness.
Reblochon or Morbier
The wine's light body and mineral freshness pair cleanly with semi-soft cheeses, where pungent washed rinds would overwhelm this more delicate expression.
Service & Cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 58-62F (14-17C)
- Decanting
- Forty-five minutes to 1 hour in a narrow decanter. The 2013 is an aromatic grand cru - do not over-decant. More than 1.5 hours risks losing the delicate cherry blossom and incense notes. Serve at 60-62F. By 2028, 1 hour will remain ideal.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, horizontal storage.
Frequently Asked
When should I drink the 2013 Dujac Clos de la Roche?
The drinking window opened in 2023 and the peak runs from 2028 through 2038. In 2026, you are three years in - the wine is drinking beautifully now and will improve with another two years. The 2013's modest structure means the peak window is not expansive; drink with pleasure before 2040.
Does the 2013 Clos de la Roche need decanting?
Yes, but gently - 45 minutes to 1 hour in a narrow decanter opens the aromatics. The wine is light and aromatic; more than 1.5 hours risks losing the delicate cherry blossom and incense notes that define the vintage. Serve at 60-62F.
How does the 2013 differ from a typical Clos de la Roche?
In great vintages - 2010, 2015, 2019 - Clos de la Roche is dense, structured, and iron-driven, demanding a decade or more of patience. It is a more approachable expression of the grand cru, showing the site's aromatic potential rather than its structural power.
What food pairs best with this wine?
The 2013's lighter body and aromatic character call for delicate preparations: roast chicken, seared salmon, mushroom dishes, and semi-soft cheeses. Avoid heavy red meats that would overwhelm the wine's modest concentration. Think of it as a grand cru wearing premier cru clothes - elegant and precise rather than powerful.
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