750ml RED Domaine Denis Carre, Pommard Les Noizons 2016

French Wine Description

From clay and limestone soils in the eastern part of the appellation, just above the premier cru Pézerolles. Its stony layers also contain iron oxide. Pommard Les Noizons 2016 from Denis Carre has lower yields (in the 40 hl/ha range) than the other wines, with fermentation in tank lasting 18 days, followed by maturation in oak barrels (25% new) for 15 months. It is well-structured and finely balanced, richly textured, velvety, and with spicy undertones. It has a deep ruby color with aromatics of ripe red fruit that includes cherry pits and red currants.

French Wine Facts

• Grape Varietal: Pinot Noir
• Region: Burgundy
• Producer: Domaine Denis Carre
• Body Attribute: Medium-Bodied
• Volume: 750ml
• ABV: 13%