Pommard 1er Cru „Les Argillières“ AOC 2020

Wine Description for Pommard 1er Cru „Les Argillières“ AOC 2020 by Lejeune

Colour & Appearance

Radiant, slightly transparent cherry red with lively brilliance – a classic Burgundy ruby that underscores the elegance of Pinot Noir.

Nose

Seductively open and charming, this Pommard presents itself with fascinating complexity: cherry preserve and dark berries meet a slightly smoky-reductive note. These are joined by undergrowth, fresh mint, a hint of yeast bread and fine oak spice – a piquant blend that builds tension.

Palate

Juicy and compact, the wine unfolds with impressive presence. Cinnamon cherries, sweet and sour cherries, dark chocolate and tobacco merge into a sensual play of aromas. The vintage warmth and fullness of this 2020 is perfectly captured by a silky, crisp acidity. The ripe, pronounced tannins display structure and backbone – this wine still has development potential ahead of it.

Finish

Medium to long with lingering fruitiness and spicy notes. The tannins still call for some bottle age to fully integrate, but the quality is already evident.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyard site Les Argillières (also known as en Largillière) lies north-east of Pommard and is characterised by clay-rich soil on limestone. This soil composition gives the wine its characteristic structure and depth.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Vinified in the typical Lejeune style: 30% whole-bunch fermentation with foot maceration, semi-carbonic maceration over five to seven days, natural yeasts. The three-week fermentation culminates in ageing in wooden barrels with 30% new oak. Bottled unfiltered and unfined – purist craftsmanship at the highest level.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Strips of lukewarm roast beef with cooked red cabbage and mole, salt-crust braised beetroot with glazed radicchio and mashed potato, or briefly grilled tuna with balsamic blood orange foam.

Special Features

An authentic Pommard bearing Lejeune’s hallmark: traditional vinification, minimal intervention, maximum expression of terroir. The 2020 vintage shows itself accessible, yet possesses the potential for several years of cellar ageing.