De Courcel Pommard 1er Cru Epenots 2019 2011

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
De Courcel
Label Name:
 
Pommard 1er Cru Epenots 2019
Vintage:
 
2011
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Pommard, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
15-17°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator 92 (2014, 2011 vintage); Burghound 90–93 (2013); Vinous (Galloni) ~88 (listed for 2011)

Tasting Note
Concentrated black cherry, cassis and plum with earth, tobacco, spice and dark chocolate notes. Firm, layered tannins, refreshing acidity and a long, savory finish with floral and mineral nuances.

Food Pairing
Western: roast beef, braised lamb, mushroom risotto, duck breast, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu (BBQ pork), beef rendang, soy-miso glazed eggplant, Sichuan-style beef.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Pinot Noir; extended cold maceration with partial whole clusters; fermentations with careful extraction; aged ~18–24 months in French oak barrels (regular élevage).

Vineyard Info
Domaine de Courcel, family-owned for centuries (since 16th century), 11 ha in Pommard. Monopole Grand Clos des Épenots (~4.8–5 ha). Managed by the de Courcel family with oenologist Yves Confuron.