Pommard 1er Cru Les Charmots – Elegance, depth & red Burgundy with flair

In the heart of the rolling hills of Pommard, the Premier Cru vineyard Les Charmots stands out as one of the village’s most refined lieux-dits. Once covered with large hornbeam trees (charme), this slope now produces Pinot Noir of extraordinary delicacy. At 285 metres, with a 20% incline and perfect southern exposure, the old vines planted in 1982 find ideal conditions for wines of depth, finesse and rare complexity.

The soil consists of clay-limestone rich in iron oxide, resting on Ladoix limestone – the key to the wine’s colour intensity, mineral precision and natural tension.

🍒 Tasting Notes – refined, sensual & complex

This Pommard 1er Cru reveals a rare harmony of power and elegance:

• 🍓 Perfumed aromas of ripe red berries, raspberry and wild strawberry
• 🌿 Subtle floral notes with a gentle hint of spice
• 🪨 Aerial minerality from the iron-rich terroir
• 🍒 A palate that is both dense and silky
• 💫 A long, refined finish with remarkable finesse

There is a subtle, airy dimension to this wine – a true charmer – and a few years of cellaring reveal even greater complexity.

🪨 Terroir & Vinification

• 📍 Origin: Pommard 1er Cru, lieu-dit Les Charmots
• 🍇 Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• 🌱 Planting year: 1982
• 🌿 Farming: Organic conversion since 2020
• ⛰️ Soil: Clay-limestone with high iron oxide, on Ladoix limestone
• 🧭 Exposure: South
• 🏔️ Altitude & slope: 285 metres, 20% incline
• ✂️ Harvesting: Manual, with strict sorting in the vines
• 🕰️ Ageing: 16–20 months

🍽️ Food Pairing

This elegant Pommard pairs beautifully with refined dishes:

• 🦆 Duck breast with cherry reduction
• 🍖 Veal shoulder with soft herbs
• 🍄 Mushroom & Parmesan risotto
• 🧀 Reblochon or other soft cheeses

⭐ Why this wine is a smart choice

This Pommard 1er Cru Les Charmots is one of the most elegant wines in the village, combining density, finesse and an airy touch that sets it apart. With a few years of ageing, it becomes even more seductive.

🔎 Summary

• 🍇 100% Pinot Noir from a prestigious Premier Cru
• 🪨 Clay-limestone with iron oxide for depth & tension
• 🧭 South-facing at 285 m with a 20% slope
• 🕰️ Aged 16–20 months
• 🍒 Elegant, complex, charming & refined
• 🥂 Gains beauty after a few years in the cellar