Domaine Ponsot
Domaine Ponsot Chambertin Grand Cru
4.5
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Domaine Ponsot's Chambertin Grand Cru hails from a tiny, prized plot. Planted in 1955, these densely packed vines (12,000 per hectare) yield grapes of exceptional concentration. Aged in a range of seasoned oak barrels (5-20 years), the wine boasts remarkable aging potential - up to 30 years according to the esteemed Domaine Ponsot. This Grand Cru from the famed Chambertin appellation, known for its steep slopes and limestone soils, is a collector's dream. Expect a powerful yet nuanced wine, bursting with dark fruit and earthy notes, all culminating in a lengthy, polished finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Domaine Ponsot Chambertin Grand Cru offers an intense and complex nose, with aromas of ripe dark fruits, baking spices, and a hint of earthy minerals.On the palate, it has a full-bodied and smooth texture, with rich and concentrated flavors of blackberry, dark cherry, leather, and a hint of tobacco. The finish is long and well-balanced, with a pleasing combination of ripe tannins and subtle oak. Overall, this is a beautiful and elegant wine, with a complexity that will reward the patient taster.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
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2057
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Domaine Ponsot
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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