Domaine Nicolas Rossignol : Pommard Village "Les Noizons" 2020

Tasting characteristics and advice for the Pommard Village "Les Noizons" 2020 from Domaine Nicolas Rossignol

Tasting

Appearance

The wine displays a brilliant ruby-red hue, enhanced by subtle violet highlights that reflect its youth and elegance.

Nose

The bouquet is delicate and intriguing, revealing aromas of black fruits and wild berries, alongside notes of blackcurrant and stone fruits. Spicy nuances of white pepper and cinnamon mingle with fine floral touches reminiscent of violet. Mineral notes add an extra layer of complexity, bringing freshness and a saline edge to the aromatic profile.

Palate

On the palate, the wine is both full-bodied and refined, offering a fine concentration of ripe fruit balanced by refreshing acidity. The tannic structure, present and well-defined, stands out for its silky texture and remarkable finesse. The balance between fruit, tannins, and acidity creates a sensation of roundness and suppleness. The finish lingers harmoniously with excellent persistence, gradually unveiling red and black fruits before giving way to more subtle notes of spice and minerality.

Food and wine pairings

This Pommard Village "Les Noizons" 2020 pairs beautifully with grilled red meats such as beef, lamb, or game. It also matches very well with firm-fleshed poultry preparations like duck or goose, as well as dishes featuring wild mushrooms. Aged cheeses with fruity or mineral notes also make an excellent pairing.

Serving and cellaring

It is recommended to serve the Pommard Village "Les Noizons" 2020 at a temperature between 14 and 16°C. Decanting for 30 to 60 minutes before serving will allow the wine to fully reveal its aromatic complexity and soften its tannic structure.

An elegant, refined Pommard from Domaine Nicolas Rossignol

The estate

Founded in 1997 by Nicolas Rossignol, the fifth generation of winegrowers in Volnay, Domaine Nicolas Rossignol now spans around 17 hectares across several prestigious appellations of the Côte de Beaune. After broadening his experience with renowned estates in Burgundy, the Rhône Valley, and South Africa, Nicolas Rossignol developed an environmentally respectful approach to viticulture, farming his vines according to biodynamic principles. Based in Beaune since 2011, the estate quickly established itself as a benchmark for the new generation of Burgundian winegrowers, recognized for the elegance and precision of its wines.

The vineyard

The Climat Les Noizons lies on the northern slope of the Pommard appellation, benefiting from a particularly favorable full south exposure. The vines grow on clay-limestone soils enriched with iron oxide, which lends a distinctive reddish hue, along with dolomitic limestone that provides magnesium and calcium. This complex geological composition ensures excellent drainage while offering diverse mineral nourishment that influences the structure and aromatic complexity of the wines. The parcels are farmed according to biodynamic viticulture principles, with light mechanical soil work and the complete exclusion of chemical herbicides.

The vintage

The 2020 vintage in Burgundy was marked by an exceptionally early growing cycle. After a winter that replenished water reserves, a particularly fine spring encouraged a very early start to vine growth. Summer brought high temperatures with heat spells punctuated by cooler nights, allowing the grapes to ripen gradually. The absence of major climatic damage and the sunny conditions in September enabled early harvesting—among the earliest ever recorded—yielding grapes with fine ripeness and remarkable balance.

Vinification and aging

The grapes for Pommard Village "Les Noizons" 2020 are harvested by hand and placed in small 8-kilogram crates to preserve their integrity. After careful sorting on a table, the bunches are destemmed and then transferred by gravity to the fermentation vats. Vinification is carried out with native yeasts, with alcoholic fermentation lasting six to eight days under precise temperature control. Punch-downs and pump-overs are adapted to the characteristics of the vintage. After draining, the wine is transferred by gravity into oak barrels for aging of ten to twenty months on fine lees, without racking. The proportion of new barrels is adjusted according to the vintage. Malolactic fermentation is deliberately delayed and begins around six months after alcoholic fermentation. The wine is bottled without filtration or fining.

Grape variety

Pinot noir (100%)