Domaine Jean-Marc et Thomas Bouley Pommard 2020

Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley is a prestigious winery located in the heart of Burgundy, France, with a long-standing history of winemaking that dates back to the early 14th century. In 1985, Jean-Marc Bouley took over the family winery after his father’s passing. Today, the estate spans over 12 hectares and boasts vineyards in Volnay, Pommard, and Beaune. After gaining experience in Oregon and New Zealand’s Felton Road, Thomas Bouley, Jean-Marc’s son, assumed the winemaking responsibilities in 2006. The estate is renowned for producing wines that exhibit exceptional transparency of terroir, purity, and fruit density, harmonizing the traditional Burgundy wine style with the New World wine style. The winery follows a philosophy of honouring the terroir by allowing it to express itself fully in the wines. The vineyards are meticulously tended, and the grapes are hand-picked to ensure the highest quality. The winemaking process is gentle and non-intrusive, allowing the wines to convey the unique character of the terroir. Pommard is a renowned wine village located in the Côte de Beaune region of Burgundy, France. The village is known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noir wines in the world. Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley Pommard 2020 is a red wine that hails from the Pommard village in the Côte de Beaune region of Burgundy, France. The wine is a blend of predominantly Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Valmuriens lieu-dit, which is known for its cool north-easterly exposure to the wind, resulting in unique flavours and aromas. The 2020 vintage of Domaine Jean-Marc Bouley offers a rich and complex bouquet of sweet cherries, ripe strawberries, vine smoke, raw cocoa, and spices, which wafts from the glass with every pour. The wine has a medium to full-bodied structure and is cool and layered, exhibiting remarkable depth at its core. The wine’s acidity is well-balanced, with a lively spine that carries through its extended, saline finish. The wine’s blend of flavours and textures is beautifully integrated, resulting in a harmonious and elegant wine that bridges the gap between traditional Burgundy and the New World. The winemaking process at Bouley is a gentle and non-intrusive approach that allows the unique character of the terroir to shine through in the wine. The grapes are hand-picked and meticulously tended, ensuring the highest quality of fruit. The Finer Details Style – Red Wine Varietal – Pinot Noir Country – France Region – Burgundy Vintage – 2020 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 13.7%