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Red dry
Domaine Ponsot Cuvée du Bourdon Corton Grand Cru 2022, a meticulously crafted blend showcasing Corton's finest terroirs. This dynamic Pinot Noir offers an enticing balance of juicy fruit and elegant structure, making it a truly captivating expression.
On the nose and palate, this wine presents a vibrant, fresh red fruit profile that is both juicy and tight, culminating in a defined and elegant flourish on the finish. Alexandre Ponsot thoughtfully keeps fermentation temperatures lower to retain these captivating aromatics.
This unique cuvée is a blend from three prestigious vineyards on the Corton hill: 60% Les Paulands, 20% Les Perrières, and 20% Clos du Roi. These vineyards contribute to a complex yet harmonious expression. Aged in French oak barrels (though Ponsot famously uses very old, neutral oak to respect the fruit), the wine gains subtle structure without masking its innate freshness. The combination of renowned Grand Cru plots and precise winemaking results in a powerful yet refined wine, characteristic of the esteemed Corton hill.
Serve at 15-17 °C with beef short ribs with roquefort sauce or comte or gruyere cheese.
Located in the village of Morey-St-Denis, in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, Domaine Ponsot is a legendary winery that controls a significant portion of the prestigious Grand Cru vineyards of this village – Clos de la Roche and Clos St Denis.
Founded in 1872, this winery has remained in the hands of the Ponsot family, passed down from generation to generation. Compared to many other wineries in the region, the best vineyards of Domaine Ponsot are of particularly old origin, giving the wines exceptional depth and complexity. Although the winery does not loudly declare its methods and is not certified, ecological and biodynamic viticulture principles are applied on the estate, emphasizing respect for nature and the expression of terroir.
Wine Style
Domaine Ponsot wines are characterized by a rich and intense bouquet of fruit, exceptional depth, and complexity. They are known as some of the longest-lived wines of the Côte de Nuits, capable of evolving for decades. The winery's philosophy is focused on minimal intervention in the winemaking process, aiming to maximize the expression of each terroir's uniqueness.
Prestigious Vineyards
The distinctiveness of Domaine Ponsot lies in its holdings of prestigious Grand Cru vineyards, which make up as much as 79% of the winery's total production (in comparison, Grand Cru vineyards account for only 1% of all Burgundy vineyards). For this reason, the quantities of these wines are very limited, and they are highly sought after.
Aging and Drinking Period
Domaine Ponsot wines are created for long aging. Their intense fruit concentration, firm structure, and elegant tannins allow the wines to evolve for decades in the bottle, gaining even more complexity and subtlety. Although some young vintage wines can be enjoyed early, their true potential unfolds after longer aging in the cellar. The winery's reputation and limited quantities lead to their high value and demand among wine collectors worldwide.
