2024 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir

Domaine Carneros grows over 20 clones of Pinot Noir, each one hand selected for their unique contributions to our sparkling and still wines. In years when one clone shines bright, we choose to release it separately. We first bottled the Pommard clone (aka UCD5) separately in 2009, and since then we have kept our eye on this consistent performer. This single block wine was handled with gentle destemming of the fruit, and a traditional Burgundian-style open top fermentation that allows the delicate nature of the Pommard fruit its full and unadorned expression.

$63.00

Tasting Notes

The 2024 Pommard Clonal opens with aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and red plum, with an intriguing underscore of sarsaparilla, cardamom, and forest floor. On the palate, the wine is vibrant and fruit-forward, with layered flavors and fine, elegant tannins. Juicy and expressive, with a lingering finish that showcases the Pommard clone's signature richness and depth. Only 600 cases produced.

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Food Pairings

This versatile Pinot Noir presents an abundance of flavor and its savory notes pair with a range of foods. Our winemakers suggest bright dishes such as a goat cheese and herb crostini with cranberry jam, and braised chicken thighs with orange, lemon, and rosemary.

Varietal Composition

Vintage: 2024
Appellation: Carneros
Varietal: 100% Estate Grown Pinot Noir
15 Months Barrel Aged in French oak, 40% new
Clone: 100% Pommard
Vineyards: 65% Le Ciel Serein, 35% Domaine Carneros Estate
pH: 3.6
Acid: 0.55g/100ml
Alcohol %: 13.7

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Daily Toast

The mere popping of a cork instantly creates a celebration!

—Eileen Crane, Founding Winemaker