Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru 'Malconsorts', France · France
2022 Domaine Dujac Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru 'Aux Malconsorts'
The 2022 Dujac Malconsorts channels a brilliant Cote de Nuits vintage into Vosne-Romanee's most La Tache-adjacent premier cru - cellar-bound until 2030, destined for the 2030s through 2050s.
- Varietal
- Pinot Noir
- Vintage
- 2022
Drinking Window
In 2026: Too YoungHolding. Drinking window opens in 2030.
Right now: In 2026, the 2022 Dujac Vosne-Romanee Aux Malconsorts is four years from its drinking window opening and emphatically too young to open with full pleasure. The window begins in 2030; the peak arrives in 2035. What you encounter now is a wine expressing its primary register: fresh cherry and whole-cluster complexity dominate the nose, tannins are present and purposeful, and the acidity carries the structural tension that will translate, over the next decade, into secondary complexity and depth. The mid-palate, where Malconsorts typically reveals its La Tache-adjacent iron and power, remains locked. Cellar at 55F away from light and vibration. When opened between 2030 and 2050, this bottle will reward patience with one of the longest-lived premier cru Burgundies on the market.
About Domaine Dujac
Domaine Dujac was founded in 1968 when Jacques Seysses purchased a small domaine in Morey-Saint-Denis, establishing the house philosophy of whole-cluster fermentation with a high proportion of retained stems, minimal sulfur additions, and bottling without fining or filtration. The approach produces wines of unusual aromatic transparency and terroir precision that age with extraordinary grace. Dujac's Malconsorts parcel, at the upper reach of the premier cru hillside adjacent to La Tache, is among the domaine's most coveted holdings.
Food Pairings
Wild mushroom tart with truffle
The wine's earthy whole-cluster complexity and bright Vosne acidity amplify the tart's umami depth while the tannins balance the pastry richness.
Duck breast with Morello cherry reduction
The wine's primary cherry and dried rose aromatics mirror the sauce while the structured tannins and acidity cut cleanly through the duck fat.
Aged Comte (36 months)
The mineral finish and vibrant acidity of this Malconsorts create contrast with the Comte's crystalline, nutty richness, each amplifying the other.
Service & Cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 58-62F (14-17C)
- Decanting
- In 2026, decant 3-4 hours if opening now - though the wine is not recommended for current consumption. After 2030, 2 hours will suffice. By the peak years of 2035-2050, 1 hour in a wide-based decanter preserves freshness while opening aromatics.
- Cellar Storage
- 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, horizontal storage away from light and vibration.
Frequently Asked
When should I drink this 2022 Dujac Malconsorts?
The drinking window opens in 2030 at the earliest, with peak drinking from 2035 through 2050. In 2026, the wine is too young - four years from its window. Opening it now sacrifices the complexity it will develop in the bottle. Patience of at least four years is the minimum; nine to ten is better.
How long should I decant it?
If opened before 2030, decant 3-4 hours to allow the primary fruit to open. After 2030, 2 hours in a wide-based decanter should suffice. As the wine approaches its 2035-2050 peak, 1 hour of decanting will be enough to open the aromatics while preserving the freshness and mineral precision.
What foods pair best with this wine?
Wild mushroom preparations - tart, risotto, or pasta - suit the wine's earthy whole-cluster character. Duck breast with fruit-based sauces, roasted pigeon, and aged hard cheeses like Comte or Cantal also work well. Avoid heavy red meat; the wine's precision is better matched by poultry and fungi.
How should I cellar the 2022 Dujac Malconsorts?
Store horizontally at 55F (13C), 60-70% humidity, in complete darkness away from vibration. The cork must remain moist through horizontal storage. Avoid moving the bottle in the years before planned opening.
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