Clos de la Bussière
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A walled Cistercian monopole in Morey-Saint-Denis, owned exclusively by Domaine Georges Roumier since 1953.
Clos de la Bussière is a 2.59-hectare Premier Cru monopole in Morey-Saint-Denis, held solely by Domaine Roumier. Originally a Cistercian abbey enclosure dating to the 12th century, the clos produces structured, dark-fruited Pinot Noir from iron-rich clay-limestone soils on a gently domed, east-facing slope.
- Size: 2.59 hectares, entirely within Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru
- Monopole owned by Domaine Georges Roumier since 1953
- Former property of the Abbey of La Bussière; Cistercian origins from the 12th century
- Surrounded by a traditional stone enclosure wall (clos)
- Soils: iron-rich clay-limestone with red clay
- East-facing, dome-shaped plot on the southern edge of the village
- Elevation ranges from 240 to 360 meters
History and Monastic Origins
Clos de la Bussière traces its origins to the Cistercian monks of the Abbey of La Bussière, who established the enclosed vineyard as far back as the 12th century. The Cistercians were instrumental in mapping and developing many of Burgundy's greatest vineyard sites, and this clos reflects that legacy both in its walled boundaries and its long continuity of care. Domaine Georges Roumier acquired the property in 1953, and it has remained a monopole under Roumier ownership ever since, with vines replanted and renewed between 1955 and 1994.
Location and Terroir
The clos sits on the southern edge of Morey-Saint-Denis, a village in the Côte de Nuits known for producing some of Burgundy's most structured and complex Pinot Noirs. The plot is gently sloped with a distinctive dome shape and faces east, catching morning sun while remaining protected from excessive afternoon heat. Elevations range from 240 to 360 meters. The soils are iron-rich clay-limestone with a notable red clay component, a combination that contributes to the wine's density, mineral backbone, and characteristic dark fruit profile.
Wine Style and Character
Wines from Clos de la Bussière are medium to full-bodied, combining power and rustic depth with genuine refinement. The iron-rich soils drive a dark fruit core of blackberry, black cherry, and plum, supported by spice and mineral notes. The structure is firm, with tannins that reward patience in the cellar. While the style leans toward the more muscular end of the Morey-Saint-Denis spectrum, Roumier's winemaking brings polish and precision to what could otherwise be a brooding, closed wine in youth.
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Domaine Georges Roumier is widely regarded as one of the reference producers of the Côte de Nuits. The domaine holds Clos de la Bussière as its only Premier Cru monopole, and the wine is considered a showcase for the terroir of Morey-Saint-Denis. The estate's meticulous approach in both vineyard and cellar has elevated the clos to benchmark status among Morey Premier Crus. Allocations are limited, and the wine is sought after by collectors and professionals alike.
Dark and black fruits (blackberry, black cherry, plum) with spice, iron-tinged minerality, and earthy undertones. Firm tannin structure with medium-high acidity. Power balanced by elegance, with aging potential that reveals complexity over time.
- Domaine Georges Roumier Morey-Saint-Denis Premier Cru Clos de la Bussière$120-180The only producer; Roumier's monopole bottling is the definitive expression of this Cistercian clos.Find →
- Clos de la Bussière is a monopole Premier Cru in Morey-Saint-Denis, owned entirely by Domaine Georges Roumier since 1953.
- The clos has Cistercian monastic origins dating to the 12th century and retains its traditional stone enclosure wall.
- Soils are iron-rich clay-limestone with red clay, contributing to the wine's structure and dark fruit character.
- The plot is dome-shaped, east-facing, and located on the southern edge of Morey-Saint-Denis at 240 to 360 meters elevation.
- Only Pinot Noir is grown; the wine is noted for combining power and rusticity with refined, cellar-worthy character.