Champy : Pommard 1er cru "Grands Epenots" 2011

Characteristics and tasting notes for the Pommard 1er Cru "Grands Epenots" 2011 Champy

Tasting notes

Colour
The colour reveals an intense ruby red, typical of its appellation.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet reveals intense red fruit aromas, notably cherry, mingled with mineral and ferrous notes. Over time, nuances of musk and game develop.

Palate
This wine stands out for its elegance and delicacy, while retaining the tannic structure characteristic of its terroir. The tannins are ripe and balanced by moderate acidity, offering fine breadth and a precise finish.

Food and wine pairing

This red wine pairs wonderfully with roasted or grilled red meats such as beef, lamb or pork, as well as with dishes in sauce. It also perfectly accompanies feathered or furred game, and pairs ideally with characterful cheeses such as Époisses.

Service and storage

Possessing exceptional ageing potential, this Pommard 1er Cru "Grands Epenots" 2011 can be fully enjoyed from now, around 2024, and will continue to evolve favourably in the cellar until around 2030.

The elegance and structure of a great Burgundy wine from Maison Champy

The estate

Founded in 1720, Maison Champy is the oldest wine house in Burgundy still in operation. Located in the heart of Beaune, France, it embodies three centuries of history and innovation. The estate oversees a vineyard of approximately 21 hectares spread across the prestigious Côte de Beaune. A pioneer in environmental practices, the estate is certified organic and biodynamic. Since October 2023, the AdVini group has been the current owner of the house, while retaining the historic technical expertise to guarantee the authentic expression of each terroir.

The vineyard

The Grands Epenots terroir is located in the northern part of the commune of Pommard. This plot rests on shallow soils, rich in clay and limestone, dotted with limestone rocks on the surface. The subsoil, particularly dry compared to other sectors of the appellation, forces the vine to draw its nutrients from deep down, giving the grapes remarkable quality and producing wines of great finesse.

The vintage

The year 2011 was characterised by an early growing cycle, with both the start and end of the season ahead of schedule. A gloomy summer intervened during the summer period. These weather conditions produced a harvest offering well-ripened tannins and more moderate acidity, particularly successful in this geographical sector.

Winemaking and ageing

For this Pommard 1er Cru "Grands Epenots" 2011, fermentation takes place in vats or wooden vessels over a period of up to four weeks, using exclusively indigenous yeasts. Extraction is carefully controlled through punching down and pumping over. The wine then undergoes traditional ageing in Burgundian oak barrels for twelve to fifteen months, with a proportion of new oak generally not exceeding 30%.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%)