# Pommard 1er Cru Les Croix Noires (2022)

- **Producer:** Domaine Parent
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €200
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–17 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, red plum, red cherry, blackberry, black cherry, cloves, cedar, vanilla, leather, mushroom, earth, tobacco

## About this wine

The Pommard 1er Cru Les Croix Noires from Domaine Parent is a 2022 vintage Pinot Noir from Burgundy's Côte de Beaune. Domaine Parent is a historic estate, now in its 12th generation of family management, known for its commitment to organic and biodynamic farming. The Les Croix Noires vineyard is a small Premier Cru site, contributing to the wine's distinctive character. The 2022 vintage benefited from a warm growing season with timely rains, promoting balanced ripening.

## Interesting facts

- Domaine Parent is managed by the 12th generation of the family.
- Les Croix Noires is one of the smaller Premier Cru vineyards in Pommard.
- The vineyard is farmed using organic and biodynamic principles.
- Indigenous yeasts are used for spontaneous fermentation.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and fine, velvety tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins like duck, goose, and lamb. Its savory elements and potential for earthy notes make it a natural partner for mushroom dishes and roasted root vegetables. The wine's acidity can cut through richer sauces and fats, providing balance.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for this Pommard 1er Cru Les Croix Noires begins with spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts. Gentle extraction methods are employed to preserve the delicate character of the Pinot Noir. The wine then undergoes aging in French oak barrels for 16-18 months, with a proportion of new oak carefully managed. The estate practices organic and biodynamic farming, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and natural winemaking.