Domaine Dujac
Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru
Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru, Morey-Saint-Denis
2014
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
ABV
Where it is, June 2026
At Peak: in the heart of its drinking window (2017-2038).
In 2026, the Domaine Dujac Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru 2014 is nine years into its peak drinking window, which opened in 2017 and extends through 2038, with 12 years of prime still ahead. The 2014 has reached a mature mid-peak phase, where the youthful whole-cluster spice and primary red and black cherry character of this taut and mineral vintage have given way to a more integrated, complex expression. The lively tannins and excellent acidity the 2014 is known for have knitted beautifully into the wine's structure, providing freshness without austerity and precision without severity. The forest floor and wild herb notes have become more prominent as secondary evolution progresses, adding depth to the spice-driven aromatic base. The crushed stone minerality, always a defining feature of this vineyard, remains the wine's structural backbone. With 12 years of peak window remaining, the 2014 is at a particularly compelling stage of its development in 2026: evolved enough to show complexity, yet with ample time ahead.
The ‘14 Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru.
A classically structured 2014 Clos Saint-Denis from Domaine Dujac, expressing the vintage's taut mineral precision and lively acidity alongside the whole-cluster spice, wild herbs, and crushed stone that define this historic Grand Cru at its most elegant.
Drinking window
Tasting note
Vivid ruby with crimson tints, the 2014 Dujac Clos Saint-Denis reveals Dujac's whole-cluster signature on the nose with immediacy and precision. Whole-cluster spice and wild herbs lead, followed by red and black cherry fruit, fresh cranberry, and a distinctive forest floor complexity that speaks directly to the limestone and clay subsoils of this Morey-Saint-Denis Grand Cru. The palate is taut and mineral in character, a reflection of the 2014 vintage's naturally firm acidity and structured personality: lively tannins frame a mid-palate of red and black cherry fruit woven with wild herb, crushed stone, and fresh earth complexity. The excellent acidity the vintage is known for provides an energetic lift that carries the fruit through the mid-palate without becoming austere or angular. The finish is long and precisely etched, with whole-cluster spice and crushed limestone notes persisting through a clean, minerally close. This is a wine of considerable elegance and precision, expressing the cooler, more classically structured character of 2014 Burgundy at its most refined.
The 2014 vintage
The 2014 vintage in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits was characterized by a cool and late-ripening season that initially prompted caution among observers, but ultimately produced wines of genuine quality and classical Burgundy character. Following a wet and uneven summer that kept ripening gradual, a dry and warm September allowed the grapes to accumulate phenolic maturity while retaining the natural acidity that had built during cooler weeks. Harvest at the best estates took place in late September to early October, later than in warmer vintages, yielding wines with firm, vibrant acidity and focused red and black fruit character. The 2014 Côte de Nuits wines are more linear and tension-driven than the opulent 2015 or the frost-year concentration of 2016, but they have aged beautifully, developing into wines of classical precision and long drinking arcs. In 2026, twelve years from harvest, the finest 2014s from producers like Dujac are showing the elegance and purity that defines this underrated vintage at its best.
About Domaine Dujac
Domaine Dujac farms its vineyards biodynamically, having converted fully to organic and biodynamic practices under Jeremy Seysses' stewardship, an approach that reinforces the estate's commitment to expressing authentic terroir character without chemical intervention. In the cellar, an absolute minimum of manipulation is the guiding principle: no fining, minimal filtration if any, and bottling without unnecessary intervention. The domaine ages its wines in French oak barrels, with the proportion of new oak calibrated to the character of each vintage and vineyard. Clos Saint-Denis holds a particular place within the Dujac portfolio: while Clos de la Roche is typically considered the domaine's grandest and most structured wine, Clos Saint-Denis shows a more ethereal, aromatic personality that has long defined the style that built Dujac's international reputation for elegant, transparent Burgundy.
From the cellar: pair with
Rack of Lamb with Thyme and Garlic Jus
The wine's taut mineral structure, whole-cluster spice, and wild herb character echo the herb-crusted lamb, while the excellent 2014 acidity cleanses the palate cleanly between each rich bite.
Duck Confit with Lentil Salad
The lively tannins and red cherry fruit of this 2014 Clos Saint-Denis cut cleanly through the richness of duck confit, while the forest floor complexity finds natural affinity with earthy lentils.
Aged Cow's Milk Cheese from Burgundy
The wine's crushed stone minerality and whole-cluster-inflected complexity harmonize with aged cow's milk cheeses from the Burgundy region, where the vibrant acidity serves as a perfect counterbalance to rich, savory cheese.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 60-62F (15-16C)
- Decanting
- Decant 20 to 30 minutes in 2026. The wine is at a mature mid-peak stage and will open readily; the whole-cluster aromatics bloom quickly once exposed to air.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side in darkness.
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 2014 Dujac Clos Saint-Denis drinking well in 2026?
Yes, and beautifully so. In 2026, this wine is nine years into its peak window, at a stage where the vintage's taut structure and lively acidity have fully integrated and the whole-cluster complexity has blossomed into secondary depth. With 12 years of peak remaining through 2038, there is ample time to explore the wine at multiple points in its evolution. Explore the full [Burgundy wine region](/wines/region/burgundy) for context on how the 2014 vintage compares across the Côte de Nuits.
How does the 2014 Dujac Clos Saint-Denis compare to the 2016?
The [2016 Dujac Clos Saint-Denis](/wines/domaine-dujac/clos-saint-denis-grand-cru/2016) shows greater concentration and density born from spring frosts that dramatically reduced yields, producing a wine with more body and depth. The 2014 is the more classically structured and linear of the two: taut, mineral, and precise, with excellent acidity and red fruit clarity typical of the vintage. As a [Pinot Noir](/wines/varietal/pinot-noir) comparison study, they reveal how dramatically different growing seasons shape the same vineyard and winemaking approach into two distinct but equally compelling personalities.
What foods pair best with this 2014 Clos Saint-Denis?
The taut mineral structure, lively acidity, and whole-cluster spice of this 2014 make it an ideal companion to herb-crusted lamb, duck confit, roasted poultry, and aged cow's milk cheeses from Burgundy. The wine's vibrant acidity is one of its defining structural traits and calls for food with complementary richness; the wild herb and forest floor complexity finds natural resonance with earthy ingredients like mushrooms, lentils, and root vegetable preparations from the Burgundian culinary tradition.
How long can I cellar this 2014 Dujac Clos Saint-Denis?
The projected peak window extends through 2038, with hard decline around 2047. Bottles cellared through the 2030s will develop greater secondary aromatic complexity, with forest floor and earthy nuance becoming more prominent alongside the whole-cluster spice. Store at 55F (13C) with 60 to 70 percent humidity in a dark, vibration-free environment. For a vertical comparison of Dujac Clos Saint-Denis across vintages, the [2012](/wines/domaine-dujac/clos-saint-denis-grand-cru/2012), [2016](/wines/domaine-dujac/clos-saint-denis-grand-cru/2016), and [2021](/wines/domaine-dujac/clos-saint-denis-grand-cru/2021) each offer a distinct expression of the same terroir.