2017 Pommard Les Pezerolles
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Bursting from the glass with aromas of strawberries, raspberries and red plums that are framed by a subtle touch of oak, de Montille's 2017 Pommard 1er Cru Les Pezerolles is also open and expressive, with an ample core of fruit framed by supple tannins and juicy acids. This isn't quite as deep or concentrated as the Volnay Taillepieds, but it's similarly charming.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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The 2017 Pommard Les Pezerolles 1er Cru matures with one-third whole clusters and the same new oak. It has a pretty, floral bouquet that opens with red cherries and wild strawberry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, very linear and taut but gaining weight towards the finely tuned, mineral-driven finish. Excellent.
Rich and elegant with quite chalky character and crisp acidity, the finish really long and fine-grained. Drink from 2021.
Barrel sample and has been racked. High level of active lime. Just above Les Grands Epenots. 33% whole bunch, 33% new oak. 45–55 years average vine age. Lightish cherry red. Beautifully scented with crunchy red-cherry fruit. Tangy and already silky in texture with just a bit of chalkiness from the limestone. Tight and lively and builds to a more chewy finish, so fresh. (JH)
About the producer
Volnay’s Domaine de Montille is one of the most historic in the Côte d’Or. Founded in 1730, the property remains family-owned and run, with Etienne de Montille – the ninth generation – at the helm today.