2012 Domaine de Courcel Les Croix Noires from Pommard Premier Cru
A refined Premier Cru from one of Pommard's most renowned estates
The 2012 Domaine de Courcel Les Croix Noires comes from one of Pommard’s most respected producers. Domaine de Courcel is known for its elegant, terroir-driven Pinot Noirs that combine finesse with impressive aging potential. The Premier Cru vineyard Les Croix Noires produces wines with depth, structure, and a distinct mineral character.
The 2012 vintage produced exceptionally ripe grapes with a beautiful balance between concentration and freshness. Thanks to careful winemaking and extended aging, this Pinot Noir develops complex aromas and a refined structure that are characteristic of Pommard’s finest Premier Crus.
Aroma & taste
On the nose, aromas of red cherries, raspberries, wild strawberries, violets, forest floor, spices, and subtle woody notes come together. On the palate, the wine is powerful yet elegant, with fine tannins, lively acidity, and a long, mineral finish.
Serving & foodpairing
Serve at 15–16°C and decant the wine about one hour in advance. Delicious with veal, poultry, duck, mushrooms, game birds, and soft cheeses.
Storage potential
The 2012 Domaine de Courcel Les Croix Noires has excellent aging potential of twenty years or more and develops additional complexity over the years.
Drinking Window
2020 – 2038+
Why We Chose This Wine
At Port2Port, we select producers with a strong reputation and a distinct expression of terroir. Domaine de Courcel is one of Pommard’s leading estates, and Les Croix Noires is a magnificent Premier Cru that combines elegance and aging potential.
The story behind the bottle
For generations, Domaine de Courcel has been among the most prestigious estates in Pommard. The estate owns some of the finest Premier Cru vineyards and is known for its traditional approach, which places the character of the terroir at the center of its winemaking. Les Croix Noires is a prime example of the refined style for which the estate is internationally acclaimed.
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