Domaine de Montille - AOC Pommard 1er Cru "Les Grands Epenots" 2013

Domaine de Montille is not only one of the greatest Domaines in Burgundy, but one of the greatest Domaines in France. The winemaking is traditional - partial destemming followed by a relatively long maceration period. The wines are aged in oak barriques (20-30% new) and are bottled unfiltered. These are wonderfully elegant, harmonious wines that require at least five years bottle ageing to show at their very best.

Pommard 1er Cru "Les Grands Epenots" 2013 is earthy with aromas of plum, red currant, forest floor and softly oaked nose. There is a sleek, round and velvety mouth feel to the medium-bodied flavors that terminate in a moderately austere and dry finish that may round out but that is far from clear. Score: 87-90 Tasted: Apr 15, 2015 Drink: 2020+ Issue: 58 Allen Meadows, BURGHOUND