Cuvee de l'Abeille
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, wild mushroom risotto
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Domaine Ponsot's Gevrey-Chambertin 'Cuvée de l'Abeille' is a beautiful expression of village-level Pinot Noir, showcasing the estate's deep respect for nature and traditional winemaking. In keeping with the domaine's poetic tradition of naming several of its cuvées after local fauna—such as larks, thrushes, and cicadas—the 'Cuvée de l'Abeille' (Cuvée of the Bee) honors the vital role of bees in the vineyard ecosystem. Sourced from select parcels in the prestigious Gevrey-Chambertin appellation, this wine is crafted using Ponsot's signature non-interventionist philosophy. The grapes are vinified without temperature control, using ancient vertical presses, and aged entirely in old, seasoned oak barrels to avoid imparting dominant woody flavors. This preserves the pure, muscular, yet elegant character of Gevrey-Chambertin terroir, offering a vibrant bouquet of dark cherries, earthy forest floor, and subtle spice.
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Founded in 1872 by William Ponsot, Domaine Ponsot is a legendary estate located in Morey-Saint-Denis, within the heart of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits, France. Today, the domaine is celebrated for its uncompromising, traditional approach to winemaking, which eschews new oak in favor of seasoned barrels and avoids temperature control or sulfur additions during vinification. The estate is particularly renowned for its exceptional Grand Cru holdings, most notably its iconic Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes, which yields profound, long-lived Pinot Noir. Under the stewardship of the Ponsot family, the winery continues to craft deeply expressive, terroir-driven red and white wines that remain benchmarks of Burgundian excellence.