Parker about Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru 2011
Tasted blind at the Burgundy 2011 horizontal tasting in Beaune. The Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens '11 has quite an intense, slightly tinny bouquet with tart red cherries, orange zest and damp earthy aromas. The definition is quite impressive. The palate is medium-bodied with bold and assertive tannins and there is real weight in the mouth. It is endowed with plenty of oak, although there is as much fruit tannin as wood on the oyster finish. Difficult to see which way this will head, but I will give it the benefit of the doubt and suggest giving time for it to coalesce.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Cote de Beaune Burgundy |
Rebsorten | Pinot Noir 100% |
Alkoholgehalt | 13.50% |
Füllstand | high fill |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Domaine De Courcel, Place de l'Eglise, 21630 Pommard, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2015 - 2028 |
Parker Punkte | 89 |
Jahrgang | 2011 |
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Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru 2011

The Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru 2011 presents itself in a deep, vibrant ruby red, indicative of its maturity and concentration. The bouquet is rich and complex, offering a wealth of aromas. It unfolds tantalizing notes of ripe red fruits such as cherries, raspberries, and blackcurrants. These are accompanied by subtle nuances of spice, earth, and fine oak.
On the palate, the Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru 2011 impresses with its powerful structure and remarkable depth. The tannins are present, yet supple and well-integrated. The wine displays a wonderful balance between ripe fruit, spicy components, and fine acidity. Flavors of dark chocolate, tobacco, and mineral nuances are evident. The finish is long, persistent, and characterized by remarkable complexity.
The Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru 2011 is a wine of exceptional quality and character. It exhibits the typical characteristics of the Pommard terroir, with its richness, intensity, and depth. The 2011 vintage in Burgundy was excellent overall, producing wines of great elegance and finesse.
This wine is already well-developed and at its optimal drinking maturity. However, it can also age for several more years in the cellar to further develop its character. The Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru 2011 is an excellent accompaniment to dishes such as roasted meats, game, or aged cheeses.