Tart, Clos de
Summary
Clos de Tart is a historic Burgundian monopole in Morey-Saint-Denis, producing exclusively Grand Cru Pinot Noir from its 7.53-hectare vineyard of clay-limestone soils across 20 distinct parcels. Operating since 1141 and now under Artemis Domaines ownership, the estate combines traditional methods with organic farming and precise parcel-by-parcel vinification in its medieval-walled site.
Heritage & Leadership
Clos de Tart's history began in 1141 when Cistercian nuns from Notre Dame de Tart established the walled vineyard in Morey-Saint-Denis. The property maintains its original boundaries as a monopole, making it one of Burgundy's oldest continuously operated vineyards under single ownership. The Mommessin family acquired the domain in 1932, maintaining ownership for 85 years until 2017 when François Pinault's Artemis Domaines purchased the estate. Under current director Jacques Devauges, appointed in 2019, Clos de Tart continues its tradition of producing exclusively Grand Cru wines from its historic plot.
Vineyards & Wines
The Clos de Tart monopole encompasses 7.53 hectares of contiguous vineyards in Morey-Saint-Denis, with elevations ranging from 270 to 320 meters. The vineyard's slope averages 5-8%, featuring predominantly east-facing aspects. Clay-limestone soils characterize the terroir, with variations in topsoil depth throughout the plot. The estate grows 100% Pinot Noir, with an average vine age of 60 years. The vineyard is divided into 20 distinct parcels, each vinified separately to capture specific terroir expressions.
Philosophy & Practice
Clos de Tart achieved organic certification in 2019, implementing strict protocols throughout the vineyard and cellar. The estate practices plot-by-plot harvesting, with each parcel picked at optimal ripeness and vinified independently. Grapes undergo double sorting before fermentation in temperature-controlled wooden vats. The wine ages in French oak barrels in the estate's historic underground cellars. Final blending decisions are made after careful evaluation of each parcel's individual character, maintaining the estate's commitment to expressing its unique terroir.