Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair | Vosne-Romanée "La Colombière" 2022 750ml
The "Insider's" Vosne-Romanée. Old Vines, Pure Elegance. In the hands of Louis-Michel Liger-Belair, the distinction between "Village" and "Premier Cru" blurs. La Colombière is one of the Domaine’s celebrated single-vineyard lieux-dits, separated from the generic village blend to showcase its unique, high-quality terroir.
The Secret: Ancient Vines The soul of this wine lies in the age of its vines. With an average age of 60-80 years, these deep-rooted vines produce fruit of exceptional concentration and complexity. They naturally limit yields, resulting in a wine that possesses a depth far beyond a typical village appellation.
The Style: The Essence of Silk If Vosne-Romanée is famous for its velvety texture, La Colombière is its textbook definition. It is softer and more aerial than the Domaine's Clos du Château, offering a texture of pure lace. It is the most elegant entry into the Liger-Belair universe.
The Vintage: 2022 A vintage that celebrates fruit and pleasure. The 2022 La Colombière is open-knit and expressive. The old vines managed the warm summer perfectly, delivering a wine that is lush with ripe red fruit yet vibrantly fresh.
Tasting Profile
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The Nose: A charming bouquet of wild strawberries, raspberries, and dried rose petals, accented by subtle notes of vanilla and sweet spices from the Domaine’s bespoke oak aging.
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The Palate: Supple and caressing. The tannins are melted and seamless. It offers a core of sweet red fruit with a finish that is long, perfumed, and utterly refined.
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The Verdict: A village wine that drinks with the sophistication of a Premier Cru.
Why It’s a Unicorn
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👴 Old Vine Heritage: Crafted from some of the oldest vines in the Domaine.
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📍 Single-Vineyard Focus: A rare example of a lieu-dit bottling at the village level, highlighting specific terroir.
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🦁 The Liger-Belair Signature: Offers the same legendary "infusion" style and texture as the Grand Crus.
Serving Guide
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Decanting: Minimal decanting needed. Open 1 hour before serving to let the aromatics shine.
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Glassware: Zalto or Sophienwald Burgundy Glass.
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Temperature: Serve at 15-16°C.
Specifications
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Producer: Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair
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Region: Vosne-Romanée, Burgundy
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Vineyard: La Colombière (Lieu-dit)
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Vintage: 2022
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Grape: 100% Pinot Noir