COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Parent
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Pommard 1er Cru Les Croix Noires from Domaine Parent is a 2022 vintage Pinot Noir from Burgundy's Côte de Beaune. Domaine Parent is a historic estate, now in its 12th generation of family management, known for its commitment to organic and biodynamic farming. The Les Croix Noires vineyard is a small Premier Cru site, contributing to the wine's distinctive character. The 2022 vintage benefited from a warm growing season with timely rains, promoting balanced ripening.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€200
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Domaine Parent is managed by the 12th generation of the family.
Fact 02
Les Croix Noires is one of the smaller Premier Cru vineyards in Pommard.
Fact 03
The vineyard is farmed using organic and biodynamic principles.
Fact 04
Indigenous yeasts are used for spontaneous fermentation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Pommard 1er Cru Les Croix Noires begins with spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts. Gentle extraction methods are employed to preserve the delicate character of the Pinot Noir. The wine then undergoes aging in French oak barrels for 16-18 months, with a proportion of new oak carefully managed. The estate practices organic and biodynamic farming, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and natural winemaking.
