An elegant and structured Pinot Noir from the famed village of Pommard, crafted by Domaine Jessiaume, a historic Santenay estate founded in 1850 and certified organic since 2016. The La Combotte climat sits high on the slopes of Pommard, delivering wines of intensity, freshness, and refined power.

Type of wine: AOC Pommard – Organic
Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir

TECHNICAL FEATURES

Private client: $134.60 / bottle – Total investment: $807.60
Licensee: $121.02 / bottle – Total investment: $726.12

Region: Burgundy, France
Appellation: AOC Pommard
Climat: La Combotte – 3.81 hectares, elevated site with a south-west exposure
Soil: Oxfordian marl (clay-limestone)
Farming: Certified organic since 2016
Harvest: Manual harvest with careful sorting in the vineyard and at the winery

VINIFICATION

After meticulous sorting, grapes are destemmed and placed directly into vats. A 5-day cold pre-fermentation maceration precedes spontaneous fermentation. Total vatting lasts 3 weeks, followed by 12 months aging in French oak barrels (25% new). No fining.

TASTING NOTES

Colour: Deep ruby red
Nose: Expressive aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and subtle spice with earthy undertones
Palate: Structured and full-bodied, showing firm yet refined tannins and a lively freshness that enhances balance
Finish: Long and persistent, marked by depth and elegance
Style: A classic, age-worthy Pommard — powerful, elegant, and deeply rooted in its terroir