2018 Bruno Clair Marsannay 'Les Grasses Têtes'

From: Marsannay, Burgundy, France Varietal: Pinot Noir Notes: "Les Grasses Têtes" translates to 'fat heads' which refers to large outcroppings or bedrock. In French, the top of the bedrock is called the head. Les Grasses-Têtes is the most powerful of the Clair Marsannay lieux-dits, in both fruit and structure. 30% whole-cluster, indigenous yeast fermentation in open wooden tanks, minimal punch-downs and pump-overs (one each per day in general). Aged for 18 months in barrel (0-50% new). About. Domaine Bruno Clair has indisputably etched its place within Burgundy's top tier with a rich history spanning nearly a century and a transformative journey over the past three decades. 

This ascension attests to the tireless dedication of Bruno Clair, who meticulously rebuilt the domaine he inherited from his grandparents, Joseph Clair and Marguerite Dau.

 Established as Domaine Clair-Dau, the legendary vineyard's roots date back to the early 20th century. Joseph and Marguerite cultivated a lega