Pommard, Les Rugiens, 1er Cru
    Domaine de Montille

    Pommard, Les Rugiens, 1er Cru,

    Destination

    Domaine de Montille, Pommard, Les Rugiens, 1er Cru, 2005

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note
    Domaine de Montille, Pommard, Les Rugiens, 1er Cru, 2005

    From the Bas Rugiens, the best part, where the soils are iron rich and red in colour, the name Rugiens coming from this distinct 'Rouge' colour. This is of Grand Cru quality, truly majestic with so much force and energy, showing a very intense and concentrated core garlanded by sweet ripe berry fruits. Pommard does not come more stylish.

    Maturity:
    Keep/Drink
    ABV:
    12.5%
    91-93/100
    Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
    Good deep red. Penetrating aromas of dark raspberry, violet and spices. Suave and rich, with a mineral pungency giving the mid-palate a perfumed character. Builds slowly toward the back, finishing with substantial broad tannins and lovely lingering spicy persistence. Wonderfully rich without coming off as heavy, in the style of this premier cru. But this very young wine is a bit inexpressive and tannic today and will require at least five or six years of patience.
    Date Reviewed:
    03/2007

    specifications

    country:
    France
    region:
    Burgundy
    Appellation:
    Pommard
    Producer:
    Domaine de Montille
    style:
    Red Wine
    Grape Variety:
    Pinot Noir
    Allergen Information:
    This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.