Domaine François Gaunoux - Pommard 1er cru - Les Rugiens - Red - 2021

Wine:

Sourced from two parcels bordering Volnay, the 2021 Red Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens offers a deep, mature profile with delicate aromas of sugared strawberry and rose. It’s structured, full-bodied, and harmonious, framed by silky yet firm tannins, promising graceful evolution over the next two to three decades. This is a terroir with exceptional potential and quality, highly sought after by collectors. Rated 95/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested.

Color:

Bright ruby red with carmine highlights.

Nose:

Delicate, infused Pinot with hints of strawberries and roses.

Palate:

This cuvée presents a full and structured palate, with remarkable clarity and balance. Its refined depth and harmonious finish make it an outstanding expression of quality.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Duck tournedos with grapes, Maine farm-raised prime rib with coarse salt, roast wild boar back.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2041, and even longer for enthusiasts.

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.