Domaine Parent : Pommard 1er cru "Les Argillières" 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes of Pommard 2023 Domaine Parent

Tasting

Colour
This red wine from France reveals a beautiful colour with purple hues.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet expresses great purity, releasing enticing notes of ripe red and black fruit, sometimes underlined by subtle floral and mineral touches.

Palate
On the palate, this wine stands out for its firm structure and fine balance. Crisp fruit combines with harmonious tannins, offering an elegant texture and a lingering finish that perfectly reflects its terroir.

Food and wine pairing

These cuvées pair wonderfully with full-flavoured meats such as braised venison, wild boar in sauce or grilled red meats. They will also enhance roast poultry, Burgundian mushroom dishes, as well as a strong-flavoured cheese such as Époisses.

Service and storage

This Pommard 2023 shows fine aging potential and can be enjoyed until around 2035, or even beyond for certain premiers crus.

Other characteristics

This vintage has a moderate alcohol content, generally ranging between 12.5% and 13.5% depending on the cuvée.

The elegance and tradition of a great Burgundy wine

The estate

Officially established in 1803 in Pommard, at the heart of the Côte d'Or, Domaine Parent embodies viticultural excellence in Burgundy. While the family has been cultivating vines since the 17th century, it is now Anne Parent and her sister Catherine Fages-Parent who run the estate, representing the twelfth generation. In 2024, Constance Fages-Parent joined the family venture to ensure its succession. Combining historical continuity with innovation, the estate stands out for its environmentally friendly practices, reflecting a deep commitment to preserving its exceptional terroirs.

The vineyard

The estate's vineyard spans ten hectares across the Côte de Beaune, including magnificent plots within the Pommard appellation. The vines thrive on a mosaic of soils composed of limestone clay, marl, and clay reddened by the presence of iron. Mindful of its environment, the estate has been certified organic since 2007 and applies biodynamic methods. The soils of the premiers crus and grands crus are, moreover, worked with horses to preserve their integrity.

The vintage

2023 was marked by contrasting weather. The growing cycle first went through a July characterised by coolness and rainfall. Subsequently, a late heatwave in August and early September allowed the berries to reach optimal ripeness before the mid-September harvest.

Winemaking and aging

To craft this Pommard 2023, the hand-harvested grapes undergo a rigorous triple sorting. The winemaking process is particularly gentle, favouring limited punching down and the exclusive use of indigenous yeasts to enhance the purity of the fruit. The wine is then aged in oak barrels, with a measured proportion of new wood, on fine lees for a period of 14 to 18 months.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir