Benjamin Leroux
Benjamin Leroux Pommard Premier Cru 'Rugiens Hauts'
4.3
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Benjamin Leroux Pommard Premier Cru 'Rugiens Hauts' is a highly sought-after wine produced by Benjamin Leroux, a renowned winemaker in Burgundy. The wine comes from the Pommard appellation, which is known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noir wines in the world. The vineyard features steep slopes and limestone-rich soils, which impart a unique minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of grapes, gentle pressing, and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is elegant and complex, with notes of red fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. It has a silky texture and a long, lingering finish, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or pairing with rich, flavorful dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Benjamin Leroux Pommard Premier Cru 'Rugiens Hauts' stands out with its intense and complex aromas of red and black fruits, earth, tobacco, and leather.On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and smooth, with ripe tannins, balanced acidity, and a long finish. Notes of blackberry, currant, earth, and smoke linger on the finish. This is an excellent expression of Burgundy terroir that will benefit from several years of aging.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Benjamin Leroux
Region: Burgundy
Burgundy is a wine region located in the east-central part of France, renowned for its high-quality wines. It is one of the most famous and prestigious wine regions in the world, with a long history of winemaking that dates back to the Middle Ages.
Burgundy has been producing wine since the Middle Ages, and its wines have been highly sought after since the 15th century. The region is divided into four main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Each of these sub-regions has its own unique terroir and produces wines with distinct characteristics.CUSTOMER RATING
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