{"product_id":"dom-chantal-lescure-pommard-1er-cru-les-bertins-2021","title":"Dom. Chantal Lescure Pommard 1er Cru  \"Les Bertins\" 2021","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003e2021 'Les Bertins'\u003c\/b\u003e has emerged as a quintessential \"collector's Pommard.\" While the village wines offer immediate charm, this Premier Cru represents the serious, structured side of the estate. The 2021 vintage—characterized by its cooler temperatures and classic proportions—allowed the unique geology of this site to shine, producing a wine with incredible \"breeding\" and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Terroir: The Volnay Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e If \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eLes Vignots\u003c\/i\u003e is a sunny meadow, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003eLes Bertins\u003c\/i\u003e is a grand, historic library. It feels \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"95\"\u003estately, deep, and authoritative\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Location:\u003c\/b\u003e A 1-hectare plot of old vines (some up to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003e60 years old\u003c\/b\u003e) located at the southern end of Pommard. It sits right on the border of Volnay, specifically continuing the line of the famous \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"196\"\u003eLes Fremiets\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Soil:\u003c\/b\u003e A rich, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003ebrown limestone soil\u003c\/b\u003e sitting on a bedrock of hard limestone and scree. This \"heavy metal\" soil is responsible for the wine's famous power and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e🍷 2021 Tasting Notes (The \"Vibe\" in 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eIn 2026, this wine is just beginning to stretch its legs. It is currently in a \"transitional\" phase where the primary fruit is starting to mingle with deep, savory earth tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e Sophisticated and layered. It leads with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003eripe blackcurrant and dark cherry\u003c\/b\u003e, but the real complexity lies in the notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"131\"\u003eincense, cocoa, and leather\u003c\/b\u003e. There is a wild, \"animalistic\" hint that is classic for aged Pommard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eDense, smooth, and full of energy.\u003c\/b\u003e The 2021 acidity gives it a \"vibrating\" quality. The tannins are \"serious\"—they provide a firm, architectural grip, but they are so well-polished that they feel like heavy satin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eEpic and focused.\u003c\/b\u003e It leaves a long trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eblack fruit, smoke, and crushed minerals\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Pinot Noir (30 \u0026amp; 60-year-old vines, Organic)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\"\u003eManual harvest; destemmed; long 18–25 day vatting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\"\u003e18 months in French oak (30% to 50% new barrels)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e13.4%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\"\u003eSavory, Powerful, and Refined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2026 – 2041.\u003c\/b\u003e It is \"better after 2025,\" reaching its peak around 2031.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Power\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eRoasted Lamb with a rosemary crust\u003c\/b\u003e or a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eVenison steak\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine’s structure needs the protein and fat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Earthy Pair:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eWild mushroom risotto\u003c\/b\u003e or dishes featuring \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eblack truffles\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Cheese:\u003c\/b\u003e Intense, washed-rind cheeses like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003eÉpoisses\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eLangres\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e In 2026, 'Les Bertins' is a wine that rewards ceremony. It \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"68\"\u003edemands a 2-hour decant\u003c\/b\u003e to fully soften its \"iron\" core and reveal the incense and ripe fruit. Serve it at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"175\"\u003e16–17°C\u003c\/b\u003e. This is the wine you open when you want a Pommard that can stand toe-to-toe with the great Grand Crus of the Côte de Nuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Dom. 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