Clos de Tart: 900 Years, 4 Owners

How to Complete

3 steps curated by Wine Memories

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   Stand at the Nuns' Gate

   history Free

   The original entrance built by Cistercian nuns in the 12th century.

   Even without a tasting appointment, you can view the historic gate from Route des Grands Crus. The stone archway dates from the 1140s. Look for the carved cross above the entrance - it marks the boundary of the nuns' enclosure.

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   Taste Inside the Monopole (Epic)

   Optional

   wine $$$$

   Book a private tasting at one of the most exclusive domaines in Burgundy.

   Email visits@clos-de-tart.com at least 3 months in advance. Tastings are rare and expensive (~€200+ per person). You'll taste 2-3 vintages in the medieval cellar. The waiting list is long - try contacting a Burgundy wine tour company for group visits.

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   Walk the Vineyard Wall

   adventure Free

   The enclosing wall has stood since the 12th century.

   The vineyard wall runs along the D974 road in Morey-Saint-Denis. Walk the ~800m perimeter. Unlike Clos de Vougeot (which has 80+ owners), every vine inside this wall belongs to one domaine - a rarity in Burgundy.

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Insider Tips

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  If you can't get a Clos de Tart appointment, stay for dinner at the village bistro and order a glass - sometimes available by the glass

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  The 2015 vintage was the first under Pinault ownership - compare to pre-2015 if possible

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  Organic certification since 2015 - ask about their biodynamic experiments