Pommard Clos des Ursulines Monopole

France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Pommard, Pommard AOC
Bottle
Ratings
Decanter 94/100 (2022) · James Suckling 94/100 (2020) · Wine Enthusiast 94/100 (2019) · J. Suckling 93/100
Identity
Producer Domaine du Pavillon
Year 2023
Vol 0.75
Classification Monopole
Grapes 100% Pinot Noir
Color Red
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Aroma Complex nose combining notes of red and black fruit (raspberry, blackcurrant...) with subtle hints of oak, smoke and spices
Palate The palate is rich and fleshy and is supported by a bold yet well-integrated tannic structure
Finish This wine boasts character, but remains elegant and is endowed with lasting flavours on the finish
Food Pairing Red meats, roasted or served in a wine sauce. Medium to mature cheeses
Serving Temp 15-16°C
Aging Potential 5 to 7 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
Aging Process Aging in oak barrels (20 to 30% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months
Fermentation Fermenting maceration in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days
Terroir
Soil Red/brown soil rich in hard piedmont limestone
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Handpicking, sorting of the grapes at the winery
Interesting facts
Monopole vineyard of 3.76 ha, located at the southern extremity of Pommard towards Volnay, calcareous clay soil with white marls
Logistics
Cork natural cork