Pommard is an appellation of clos (walled vineyards) and quite a few monopoles. While the definitions of clos and monopole are pretty clear and straightforward, the vineyards in Pommard sometimes take on somewhat strange permutations to attain these … [Read more...] about Comte Armand Clos des Epeneaux – the Monopole
Pommard Les Epenots
Tasting of Domaine Pierre Girardin – tasting the 2017s
A new star is born? Perhaps. In any case, without doubt a bright new talent has emerged! While I try to find new names and producers all the time, I frequently find that new producers and talents need some time to hone their methods and refine … [Read more...] about Tasting of Domaine Pierre Girardin – tasting the 2017s
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Lucien Le Moine, Pommard Les Epenots 2010
I was doing a education session about Pommard with a private client, and he opened the the Pommard Epenots 2010 from Lucien Le Moine to accompany our talk about the Pommard and Volnay appellations - see more about the Winehog Education Sessions here. … [Read more...] about Lucien Le Moine, Pommard Les Epenots 2010