Description: Pommard Clos des Roses 2023 SSA | Rougeot Père & Fils
The 2023 Pommard Clos des Roses from Domaine Rougeot Père & Fils comes from a monopole plot cultivated by the estate. In the Côte de Beaune, Marc and Pierre-Henri Rougeot cultivate their vines using Demeter-certified biodynamic methods and vinify without added sulfur. This approach reflects their desire to allow the terroir to express itself as authentically as possible.
Terroir and Grape Variety
In Pommard, the clay-limestone soils give the Pinot Noir structure and character. The Clos des Roses, exclusively owned by Domaine Rougeot, offers a unique expression of this terroir. From one vintage to the next, the wine maintains its connection to this same plot while reflecting the conditions of the year.
Viticulture and Winemaking
The estate has been certified organic by Ecocert since 2020–2021, and the transition to Demeter biodynamics took place between 2021 and 2023. The grapes are harvested by hand. In the cellar, 85% of the clusters are left whole, which imparts floral and spicy notes to the wine. Fermentation lasts 15 to 18 days, with no added sulfur. The wine is then aged for 12 months in oak barrels—about 25% of which are new—and spends an additional 6 months in stainless steel tanks to refine the wine while preserving its freshness.
Pommard Clos des Roses 2023 SSA | Rougeot Père & Fils: The Sommelier’s Review
Philippe Mischler, sommelier at Mundovin
A single-vineyard Pommard, grown using certified biodynamic methods and vinified without added sulfur, is a rare combination. Rather than focusing on power, this wine emphasizes finesse and precision. To enjoy it at its best, let it breathe for an hour and serve it at 16°C in fine glasses.
The Nose
On the nose, the 2023 Clos des Roses opens with ripe red fruits, morello cherry, and wild blackberry. Whole-cluster fermentation brings delicate floral notes of peony and violet, complemented by hints of pepper and licorice. In the background, a mineral nuance evokes the plot’s clay-limestone soils.
Palate
On the palate, the wine is straightforward and precise, with a dense texture that is never heavy. The Pinot Noir fully expresses its character, supported by firm yet supple tannins and lively acidity that brings energy. The finish lingers with fruity notes and a hint of saltiness, in a style that allows the fruit and terroir to express themselves naturally.
Pommard: Everything You Need to Know About This Appellation
Pommard is one of Burgundy’s most renowned appellations, located on the Côte de Beaune, between Beaune to the north and Volnay to the south. Its clay-limestone soils produce Pinot Noir-based red wines known for their structure and aging potential. The appellation produces only red wines. Pommard is known for its full-bodied, structured wines capable of aging for several decades.
Clos des Roses embodies the character of Pommard, with a biodynamic approach and winemaking without added sulfur. Sourced from a monopole vineyard, it expresses the estate’s terroir and the work of Marc and Pierre-Henri Rougeot.
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