Parker about Pommard Grands Epenots 1er Cru 2017
The 2017 Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots is showing beautifully from bottle, offering up a deep bouquet of ripe berry fruit, plums and cherries mingled with soil tones and hints of blood orange. Medium to full-bodied, with fine mid-palate volume and powdery structuring tannins, this is a lively, elegant Grands Epenots that has realized the potential it showed in barrel.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Burgundy |
Rebsorten | Pinot Noir 100% |
Alkoholgehalt | 13.00% |
Füllstand | high fill |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Domaine Pierre Morey, 13 Rue Pierre Mouchoux, 21190 Meursault, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2025 - 2047 |
Parker Punkte | 92 |
Jahrgang | 2017 |
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Pommard Grands Epenots 1er Cru 2017

The 2017 Pommard Grands Epenots 1er Cru is one of the notable wines produced by Domaine Pierre Morey. Pommard is a prestigious appellation in Burgundy, famous for its powerful and structured red wines. Grands Epenots is a specific vineyard within the Pommard region classified as a Premier Cru. This means the wine is made from high-quality grapes from old vines and is of a high standard.
The Pommard Grands Epenots 1er Cru 2017 is an outstanding red wine. On the nose, it presents complex aromas of dark berries such as black cherries and blackberries, accompanied by subtle spices, earthiness, and a hint of oak. On the palate, it displays impressive concentration and structure, with powerful tannins and good acidity. The fruit flavors are accompanied by nuances such as chocolate, tobacco, and a mineral note. The wine is well balanced and has a long, elegant finish.
The 2017 Pommard Grands Epenots 1er Cru is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but also has the potential for some aging in the cellar. It pairs well with hearty dishes such as roast beef, game dishes, or aged cheeses. This first-class wine embodies the unique characteristics of the Pommard terroir and the masterful craftsmanship of Domaine Pierre Morey. Wine lovers who appreciate complex and structured red wines will be delighted with this wine.
Domaine Pierre Morey
Information about the winemaker:
Domaine Pierre Morey is located in Meursault, a commune in the Côte de Beaune, one of Burgundy's most renowned wine-growing regions. Meursault is particularly known for its first-class Chardonnay wines.
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