Domaine François Gaunoux - Pommard 1er Cru - Les Grands Epenots - Red - 2020

Wine:

The 2020 Red Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots exudes elegance with fresh, refined fruit notes of remarkable clarity. Its structure is equally delicate—vibrant and precise—with flavors of ripe cherry and exceptionally fine tannins. Unlike most wines of the appellation, it is crafted without any oak influence, offering a pure, sophisticated expression of a Pommard premier cru. With impressive aging potential up to thirty years, it received a score of 93-95/100 from the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

hand harvested.

Color:

Bright ruby red, of good intensity, with carmine reflections.

Nose:

With exceptional purity, this wine showcases fresh, elegant notes with a refined touch.

Palate:

Mineral and precise, this cuvée reveals exquisitely fine tannins and layered flavors of Morello cherry, offering a beautifully balanced and memorable tasting experience.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Saddle of venison with blackcurrant sauce, roast partridge with juniper, rabbit stew.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2050.

A well-kept secret in Burgundy, Domaine François Gaunoux graces some of the finest Michelin-starred tables, offering wines of remarkable precision. Vinified without oak by Claudine and Jean-Pierre Gaunoux, these wines resist passing trends, delivering an exceptional purity and authentic expression of their terroirs.

The estate’s 12 hectares, spanning the esteemed vineyards of Beaune, Meursault, Volnay, and Pommard—including exclusive plots in Meursault (Clos de Tavaux and Clos des Meix Chavaux) and the premier cru Goutte d’Or—form an enviable legacy. The couple crafts each wine with a minimalist, uncompromising style that allows the unique qualities of each site to shine.

Operating discreetly, Domaine François Gaunoux has nonetheless captured the attention of discerning palates. Olivier Poussier, Best Sommelier in the World, along with acclaimed chefs Yannick Alléno, Sébastien Labbe at Cheval Blanc, and Guy Savoy, count these wines among their personal favorites.