Louis Boillot, Pommard Croix Noires Vintage:2009 very elegant and transparent

very elegant and transparent

the red fruits are crisp and bright and while they pop

This well- made effort will also need at least a few years of cellaring to soften as it’s presently relatively tightly wound

A distinctly earthy nose features notes of red and dark currant

its sophistication rippling with nuance rather than sheer vulgar power

Louis Boillot, Pommard Croix Noires Vintage:2009 very elegant and transparent(from 70+ year old vines). Ripe and more deeply pitched aromas display notes of black cherry, raspberry, warm earth and a slightly gamy character. The succulent and round flavors possess a seductive mid palate that contrasts materially with the firm, compact, robust and muscular finale that offers excellent depth and persistence though here too at least 7 to 8 years of patience is counseled.