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

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Producer	Francois Gaunoux
Country	France
Region	Burgundy
Varietal	Pinot Noir
Vintage	1996
Sku	FR-RD4305
Size	750ml

 

The Pommard 1er Cru Les Tavannes 1996 is a beautifully mature and classically structured wine from a high-acid, long-lived vintage. The bouquet shows dried red cherry, currant, leather, forest floor, and subtle truffle, with hints of spice and earthy minerality. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and finely etched, with resolved tannins and vibrant acidity still providing lift and precision. Flavors of sour plum, dried herbs, and savory earth unfold gradually, emphasizing nuance over power. The texture is firm yet harmonious, reflecting both vintage tension and extended bottle age. The finish is long, dry, and persistent—an elegant, evolved Pommard that balances structure with quiet sophistication.

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.