Pommard Clos Marey-Monge

About this wine

Clos Marey-Monge is the flagship monopole of Château de Pommard, a historic 20-hectare estate in the heart of Pommard, Burgundy. As the largest single-owner vineyard in Burgundy, its clay and limestone soils produce a masterful blend from seven distinct plots within the walled estate. Since transitioning to certified biodynamic farming, the wine achieves remarkable purity and energy. It displays a complex bouquet of black cherry, raspberry, and violet with forest floor and mineral nuances. The structured yet elegant palate balances Pommard's classic power with refined, silky tannins and a long, mineral finish. A wine of exceptional aging potential that captures the true essence of its historic terroir.

Sommelier's Note

"A must-try for any serious Burgundy lover. This is the definitive expression of Pommard's unique terroir — a seamless marriage of power and elegance achieved through meticulous biodynamic viticulture. Seek it out."

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with roasted duck, venison, beef bourguignon, or truffle-infused pasta. Its firm structure also makes it an excellent match for aged cheeses like Comté or Époisses, and umami-rich Japanese beef preparations such as sukiyaki.

When to drink it

Ideal for celebratory dinners, sophisticated gatherings, or as a centerpiece of a serious wine collection.

Specs

Grape Varieties

Pinot Noir

Style

Red

Price Range

¥15,000–25,000 per bottle (varies by vintage and retailer)

Terroir & Winemaking

Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted on a vibrating table. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled vats using gravity flow, with partial whole-cluster inclusion. The wine is aged for 15–18 months in French oak barrels (approx. 18–35% new oak) and undergoes light filtration before bottling. Certified organic and biodynamic.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it taste like?

It offers a concentrated palate of black cherry, raspberry, and violet, supported by firm tannins and a distinct mineral finish.

What should I pair it with?

It demands rich, savory dishes like roasted game, duck, or umami-rich Japanese beef preparations.

When is the best time to drink it?

It reaches its peak maturity between 8 and 15 years after the vintage, though it can age even longer.

What makes Clos Marey-Monge unique among Burgundy wines?

It is the largest monopole (single-owner vineyard) in all of Burgundy at 20 hectares. The wine blends seven distinct plots within the historic walled estate, each contributing unique soil and microclimate characteristics — a scale and complexity virtually unmatched in the region.

How does biodynamic farming influence the wine's character?

Château de Pommard's certified biodynamic approach treats the vineyard as a living ecosystem. This results in wines with greater purity of fruit, more expressive terroir character, and a distinctive mineral tension that sets Clos Marey-Monge apart from conventionally farmed Pommard bottlings.