Pommard Grand Clos des Epenots 2006 Domaine de Courcel

Professionele reviews

Robert Parker (90)

The Courcel 2006 Pommard Grand Clos Des Epenots possesses a noticeably finer tannic structure than its predecessors in the vintage line-up, along with more lift and primary juiciness to its black fruits. The fascinating and flattering suggestions of bittersweet floral perfume and aromatic woods that accrued to the Croix Noires and Fremiers – undoubtedly traits emphasize by the inclusion of whole clusters and stems in the fermentor – are joined here by toasted nuts and a diverse melange of red and black fruits. At around 13.7% alcohol this reflects the highest ripeness of sugar achieved at the estate this year, but there is not only no warmth, this wine also preserves welcome vivacity and lift. Rich in glycerin and sappy, resinous fruit and herbal intensity, it finishes with tenacity and well-covered, fine tannins. I suspect it will be worth following for at least the better part of a decade.

Winespectator (90)

Polished and poised, in a muscular frame. Oak adds spice to the black cherry as the structure emerges on the finish. There's a hint of licorice, but it all needs time to integrate.

BOW (8)