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 |