Evoking the rich heritage of Burgundy, Pierre Girardin Pommard 1er Cru Les Epenottes 2019 is a veritable masterpiece representing the prestigious Girardin family's passionate tradition. Crafted under the meticulous hand of Pierre Girardin, this wine embodies the distinguished elegance of Pommard. Captivating with an assured structure, it is a pure expression of Pinot Noir.

The grapes harvest from selected 'Premier Cru' vineyards is meticulously hand-picked, ensuring only the finest fruit enters the winery. This respected process, coupled with traditional wine-making techniques, enhances the charm of the terroir. The 'Les Epenottes' vineyard, lying on deep limestone soil, imbibes this vintage with the characteristic intense, robust flavour, wrapped in sheer finesse of silky tannins.

Pierre Girardin Pommard 1er Cru Les Epenottes 2019 is bound to enchant both novice sippers and seasoned sommeliers. This Burgundy gem eloquently speaks of the authentic sophistication which Pierre Girardin wines are revered for globally.

Introducing the Pierre Girardin Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots 2019, an exquisite example of Burgundy's finest Pinot Noir. This wine is a product of the renowned Pierre Girardin, a young winemaker who has earned exceptional acclaim for his continued respect to terroir and tradition, whilst creating a new era of pure, precise wines that reflect their unique vineyard origins. Nestled in the Côte de Beaune region of France, these grapes are grown in calcareous clay soils, yielding a wine with depth, complexity and an intriguing minerality.

Each grape is sorted manually and vinified with natural yeast in thermo-regulated tanks to preserve distinct flavours. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months, enriching it with a sophisticated layer of spicy undertones. The Pierre Girardin Pommard 1er Cru Les Grands Epenots 2019 offers tantalising notes of ripe cherry and earthy undertones, making it an exquisite addition to any discerning palate.

An exemplar of legendary Burgundy wines, the Prince Florent Merode Corton Bressandes 2006 is unparalleled in viticultural elegance. Hand-crafted from old-vine, Grand Cru plots in the Corton Bressandes climat, this exquisite vintage hails from the esteemed house of Merode, a family-owned winery with a rich heritage dating back to the 19th century. Though steeped in tradition, the estate employs a combination of ancient and modern oenological techniques, sensitively marrying hand-harvesting with low-impact mechanisation. The result is this magnificent Pinot Noir, matured in French oak barrels, exuding profound nuances of ripe red fruit, harmonised with subtle oak undertones. It's characterised by a complex aromatic profile. On the palate, it reveals firm yet fine-grained tannins and extraordinary depth, with a wonderfully persistent finish. A vintage like Prince Florent Merode Corton Bressandes 2006 is the embodiment of Burgundy's terroir, offering the discerning connoisseur a truly extraordinary drinking experience.

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