Francois Gaunoux Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots 1996 750ml (750ml)

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Producer	Francois Gaunoux
Country	France
Region	Burgundy
Varietal	Pinot Noir
Vintage	1996
Sku	FR-RD4203
Size	750ml

 

The Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots 1996 is a deeply structured and beautifully mature wine from a vintage defined by high acidity and exceptional longevity. The nose reveals dried cherry, red currant, leather, forest floor, and truffle, with subtle notes of spice and earthy minerality. On the palate, the wine is medium- to full-bodied, with resolved yet still present tannins supported by a vibrant acid spine. Flavors of sour plum, dried herbs, and savory earth unfold with precision and layered complexity. The texture remains firm but harmonious, reflecting both site and vintage character. The finish is long, dry, and persistent—an authoritative, fully evolved Pommard that captures the disciplined structure of 1996 and the traditional Gaunoux style.

Domaine François Gaunoux is a traditional, low-profile estate based in Meursault with important holdings in Pommard and Volnay. The domaine is known for its classical Burgundian approach, emphasizing long élevage, minimal intervention, and late release of mature bottles. Vineyard work focuses on mature vines and careful yield management to preserve structure and terroir expression. In the cellar, fermentation is traditional, with aging in oak designed to support longevity rather than add sweetness. Gaunoux wines are often firm and reserved in youth, requiring patience to reveal their full complexity. Les Epenots, one of Pommard’s most prestigious Premier Crus, is prized for combining power with refinement.