2013 Domaine Charles Audoin Le Clos de Jeu Marsannay

2013 Domaine Charles Audoin Marsannay “Clos de Jeu” is the kind of Burgundy buyers say they want, but rarely see: a single-vineyard Pinot Noir with more than a decade of bottle age from one of the reference domaines of Marsannay.

“Clos de Jeu” is bottled as a distinct cuvée (not a village blend); Burghound flagged the wine as a Top Value, noting “fine detail and punch” and “attractively textured flavors,” anchored by bright acidity and moderately firm structure, with a lingering finish that tightens rather than softens. Wine Spectator’s note aligns: bright cherry and currant, with accents of earth and smoke.

Audoin’s broader red-wine approach is built for this exact outcome. The domaine’s standard regimen for reds is a long maceration (around 15 days) followed by 12–18 months in barrel (about 20% new oak) and additional time in tank, then bottling without fining or filtration—a setup that prioritizes shape and longevity over early softness.

In the glass now, this is not plush or sweet Pinot. It’s a mature Burgundy profile: red and dark fruit framed by savory, earthy notes, with a dry, persistent finish that stays integrated through the end of a long, long finish.