Domaine Parent Pommard Premier Cru 'Les Chanlins' 2020

Originating from France in the Burgundy region, specifically within the Pommard Premier Cru appellation in the Cote de Beaune, Domaine Parent Pommard Premier Cru 'Les Chanlins' 2020 represents an intense, structured, and cellaring grade expression of classic Pinot Noir. Managed by sisters Anne and Catherine Parent, Domaine Parent is an historic estate with winemaking roots dating back to 1753, recognized for producing deeply concentrated, age-worthy red Burgundies under certified organic viticulture. Sourced from Les Chanlins, a steep Premier Cru parcel situated on the southern boundary of the appellation near Volnay on stony limestone and clay soils, the winemaking philosophy combines careful hand harvesting, native yeast fermentation, and extended barrel aging in French oak (approximately 30% to 40% new) to craft a wine marked by dark berry intensity, vibrant acidity, and refined terroir complexity.

Wine Description

The wine presents a deep, clear dark garnet ruby purple colour with intense crimson reflections along the rim. An expressive, highly complex bouquet opens with rich aromas of dark red cherry, wild blackberry, black plum, and crushed cassis, interwoven with savory notes of violet, forest floor, damp earth, sweet spices, and dark toasted oak. On the palate, it is medium-to-full bodied, muscular, and concentrated, delivering generous flavours of black fruits, dark cherry, and mineral iron, all anchored by a vibrant, mouthwatering core of natural acidity. Framed by fine-grained, firm Premier Cru tannins and a broad mid-palate structure, it concludes with a long, persistent finish marked by lingering dark fruit, spice, and stony mineral grip. Composed of 100% Pinot Noir, this 2020 release offers an optimal drinking window of 2028–2042+. Stylistically, it effortlessly marries the opulent concentration of the 2020 vintage with Pommard's classic power and Les Chanlins' distinctive aromatic finesse.