2008 Domaine Ponsot Chambertin Grand Cru 750ml

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Ratings & Reviews

94/100 – Wine Searcher average (2008 Vintage)

"From a tiny .143 ha parcel of vines planted in 1961. A deeply pitched and fresh nose that is equally reticent speaks of cassis and dark cherry fruit and intensely earthy and stony aromas of underbrush, humus and something I can only describe as just cut tree roots that complements the rich, serious and impressively concentrated big-bodied flavors that are underpinned by a strong mineral streak on the structured and palate staining finish. 92-94 Points/Drink 2023+" - Allen Meadows, Burghound

About This Wine

This Chambertin Grand Cru from Domaine Ponsot is crafted with meticulous fruit handling. Grapes are hand-picked into wicker baskets, transferred into small crates no heavier than 17 kg to preserve berry integrity, and sorted manually in the vineyard with multiple layers of selection if needed. The domaine does not fine or filter and uses very little sulphur, limiting oxygen exposure throughout élevage. Ageing occurs for two years in oak barrels, with no new barrels used.

About the Winery

Domaine Ponsot, led by Laurent Ponsot, follows a philosophy of minimal intervention, avoiding new oak, fining and filtration. Racking and bottling take place under a waning moon and high atmospheric pressure, and inert gases are used to prevent oxygen exposure. SO₂ is applied only at crushing, disappearing almost entirely during fermentation.

Specifications

• Vintage: 2008
• Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
• Region: Chambertin / Gevrey-Chambertin / Côte de Nuits / Burgundy / France
• Production Attributes: Unfiltered, Unfined
• Maturation: Oaked (no new barrels)
• Ownership: Laurent Ponsot
• Closure: Cork
• Drinking Window: 2010–2030