2021 Pommard 1er Cru "Les Rugiens" Monopole Domaine Armand Heitz

📌 Description

Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens Monopole 2021 – Domaine Armand Heitz is a powerful, racy Pinot Noir from one of Pommard’s most prestigious climats. In this fresh, precise vintage, the wine combines fruit intensity, firm structure, and subtle floral elegance, the hallmark of a great monopole terroir.

🍇 Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir.

Burgundy’s king grape expresses noble character here: cherry, raspberry, blackberry, violet, fine pepper, and a mineral touch.

🌍 Region / Country

Burgundy – Pommard 1er Cru (Côte de Beaune, France).

The Les Rugiens climat, considered the finest terroir of Pommard, lies on iron-rich clay-limestone soils, giving the wine power, structure, and longevity.

🌡️ Serving Temperature

Serve between 15 and 16 °C (59–61 °F). Decant for 1 hour when young.

⏳ Ageing Potential

15 to 25 years.

• 2024–2029: youthful brilliance, expressive fruit, present tannins.

• 2030–2040: peak, balance between power and refinement.

• After 2041: tertiary evolution with leather, truffle, and forest floor.

👁️ Appearance

• Color: deep ruby with garnet highlights.

• Clarity: clear and bright.

• Legs: dense and regular, showing richness and structure.

👃 Nose

• Aromatic intensity: rich and complex.

• First nose: black cherry, raspberry, blackberry.

• Second nose: violet, peony, fine pepper, mineral and woody notes.

👄 Palate

• Attack: ample and energetic.

• Structure: firm yet silky tannins, balanced acidity.

• Dominant aromas: black fruits, cherry, flowers, fine spices, minerality.

• Overall balance: powerful, refined, and persistent.

• Length: remarkable, with a deep, elegant finish.

🍽️ Food Pairings

• Grilled or roasted red meats (prime rib, duck breast).

• Game (venison, hare).

• Slow-cooked dishes (beef bourguignon, wild boar stew).

• Characterful cheeses (Époisses, aged Comté, Langres).

⭐ Overall Impression / Style

Pommard 1er Cru Les Rugiens Monopole 2021 – Domaine Armand Heitz is a structured, racy wine, combining power and elegance. A true long-ageing Burgundy worthy of its prestigious terroir.