This silky red wine from Domaine Germain Pere & Fils hails from the Pommard appellation of Burgundy, France. Whilst the estate is located in St-Romain, the grapes for this wine come from the village of Pommard, known for producing powerful, tannic wines that tend to have good ageing potential. The vineyards are situated in the Côte de Beaune, where the soil is rich in limestone and clay, providing ideal growing conditions for Pinot Noir grapes. The wine is elegant and complex, with notes of red fruit, earth, and spice that pair perfectly with mushroom dishes or equally well with a delicious confit de canard.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This powerful red from Domaine Germain Pere & Fils displays a pale to medium ruby color in the glass.The nose is a little shy at firsrt, slowly revealing notes of smoky plum, blackberry, black cherry, and forest floor. On the palate, ripe red and black fruits are framed by a structured yet silky tannic backbone and offset by hints of spice and earthiness. This is a medium-bodied with fresh acidity and a relatively persistent finish that is marked by red berries and bramble fruit, coupled with a mushroom reduction and potting soil.
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.