Laurent Ponsot Vosne-Romanee Cuvee du Cerisier 2023

Laurent Ponsot – Vosne-Romanée 'Cuvée du Cerisier' 

The "Cherry Tree" – Pure Vosne-Romanée Elegance

In early 2026, the 2023 'Cuvée du Cerisier' is standing out as a "textbook" example of Vosne-Romanée village wine. True to Laurent Ponsot's botanical naming system, the Cerisier (Cherry Tree) represents a wine of radiant fruit, spice, and seductive charm. While many 2022s from the Côte de Nuits are described as "solar" and "massive," Laurent’s signature winemaking—zero new oak and high-tech temperature monitoring—has ensured this wine retains the legendary "cool" and "silky" profile that makes Vosne-Romanée the most coveted village in Burgundy.

The Terroir: A Village Tapestry

• The Vibe: If Gevrey-Chambertin is "power" and Chambolle is "lace," Vosne-Romanée is "opulence and spice."

• The Sourcing: The Cuvée du Cerisier is a sophisticated blend of several high-quality village parcels. By combining different exposures and soil depths, Laurent achieves a "complete" expression of the village that avoids the single-note character of some individual lieux-dits.

• The Style: The lack of new oak is essential here. Vosne-Romanée naturally possesses a wealth of exotic spices (cinnamon, clove, star anise); by using neutral barrels, Laurent allows these natural terroir-driven spices to shine without being masked by the vanilla notes of toasted wood.

🍷 Tasting Notes (The "Vibe" in 2026)

Current reviews from late 2025 and early 2026 highlight a wine that is "vividly colored" and "exceptionally textured."

• The Nose: Exuberant and Spicy. It explodes with dark cherries, blueberries, and blackcurrants. As it opens, it reveals a "floral-suffused" bouquet of violets and roses, set against a backdrop of oriental spices.

• The Palate: Velvety and Rich. The entry is "gorgeously textured" with a sense of volume and richness typical of the 2022 vintage. It feels "full" on the tongue but is supported by very fine, "distinguished" tannins that provide a silky framework.

• The Finish: Long and Balanced. It leaves a persistent trail of black fruit and spice, ending with a refreshing lift that keeps the wine feeling vibrant despite its concentration.

📋 Technical Snapshot

Best Paired With:

• The "Luxe" Match: Roasted Duck Breast with a cherry-balsamic glaze; the "Cerisier" fruit is a literal match for the duck's cherry reduction.

• The Classic Choice: Seared Pigeon or Grouse; the wine’s spice and dark fruit handle the gamey richness of these birds with ease.

• The "Cheese" Course: Mature Comté or a mild Epoisses; the wine’s velvety texture and spice notes harmonize with the nutty, savory profile of the cheese.

Pro Tip: In 2026, critics suggest that the 2022 Cerisier is one of the more "approachable" wines in Laurent's lineup due to its generous fruit. However, a 60-minute decant is highly recommended to let the "exuberant" aromatics fully unfurl. Serve at a steady 16°C. As always, use your smartphone to scan the NFC chip in the capsule to verify the bottle's provenance.