Pommard Les Epenots Premier Cru 2022The 2022 Pommard Les Epenots Premier Cru from Philippe Pacalet exemplifies the sophistication of this highly regarded premier cru site while showcasing Pacalet's minimal intervention approach. The nose is complex and refined, offering rich dark fruits particularly black cherries and dark plums intertwined with subtle floral notes and an iron rich mineral character that is a hallmark of Les Epenots. The aromatic profile shows both the ripeness of the

long and complex finish that is also clearly structured for mid to longer-term cellaring

available only in limited quantities

concentrated and unctuous with a wicked backbone of freshness to counter all that decadence

The nose is fragrant with hint of hazelnut and rose

rich and round middle weight flavors are delicious while offering pretty good length considering the hail

Ratings: RP 92

Cabernet Franc 48%

round and textured mouthfeel that terminates in a youthfully austere and reasonably long finale

the 2012 Valandraud instantly demonstrated the wide gap in quality between itself and the previous vintage

offering drop-dead gorgeous Morello cherries

Cuvee Brut - 750ml

perhaps spicier than some of its Pauillac peers with an edgy