Pierre André Pommard - Francois Martenot

In the glass, the Pierre André Pommard - Francois Martenot displays a deep ruby-red color with garnet reflections at the rim. The color appears inviting and intense without seeming heavy. On the nose, it reveals a complex bouquet that immediately captures attention. Ripe cherries, juicy plums, and dark cassis notes meet a fine spicy vein reminiscent of pepper, clove, and a hint of dried herbs.

With some time in the glass, subtle nuances of woodland berries, damp earth, and a touch of undergrowth emerge. The aroma appears clearly structured while remaining highly sensual. On the palate, the wine is dense and fleshy, with generous fruit concentration and elegant tension at the same time. The aromatic intensity remains present from the first sip through the finish.

The flavor is dry and precise, with lively, finely integrated acidity that lends freshness to the dark-fruited character. The tannins appear ripe, polished, and structured, giving the wine backbone and depth without ever seeming rustic. The mouthfeel is silky, with pleasant pressure on the palate and a long, lingering fruit finish.

The Pinot Noir grape variety from the renowned village of Pommard in the Burgundy subregion clearly defines the character of this red wine. Pommard traditionally stands for more powerful, structured Pinot Noir wines with pronounced dark fruit and noticeable tannins. This origin is reflected in the distinctive yet finely balanced style of this wine.

• Wine color: intense ruby red with garnet reflections
• Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir, single-variety wine from Pommard
• Aroma: cherry, plum, cassis, spicy and earthy notes
• Flavor: dry, dense, fleshy, with fine tannins
• Texture: silky, full-bodied, with a long finish
• Origin: Burgundy, Pommard subregion, France

1. Intense bouquet of dark berries with elegant spice
2. Fleshy structure and fine tannins for great drinking pleasure
3. Typical Pommard style with a clear sense of origin
4. Ideal for discerning red wine lovers and Burgundy fans

The acidity is moderate and lively, and its interplay with the tannin structure creates an impressive balance. The wine is neither too heavy nor too light, but smooth and focused. The finish leaves notes of dark cherry, a touch of plum, delicate toasted spice, and a persistent, elegant spiciness on the palate.

Production of Pierre André Pommard by Francois Martenot

The grapes for the Pierre André Pommard - Francois Martenot come from carefully selected sites around the village of Pommard in the Côte de Beaune, one of the most famous sections of Burgundy. The climate here is distinctly continental, with warm summers, cool nights, and pronounced seasons. These conditions lend the Pinot Noir aromatic depth and particular finesse.

The soils around Pommard consist mainly of calcareous marl, clay, and stony subsoil. This combination gives the wines structure, minerality, and precise fruit. The finer sites contain delicate veins of limestone, which help naturally limit yields and allow for high-quality grapes.

The harvest is carried out selectively and carefully, usually in several passes, so that only physiologically ripe grapes reach the cellar. The grapes are brought quickly for processing in order to preserve the freshness of the fruit and the variety’s characteristic elegance. Before fermentation, the grapes are often strictly sorted on a sorting table, with damaged berries removed.

The maceration and fermentation take place under temperature control. Pinot Noir from Pommard benefits from gentle extraction, during which color, tannins, and aromas are obtained with great care. Regular punching down of the cap or gentle pumping over promotes even extraction from the grape skins. This creates the dense, fleshy texture that so distinctly defines this wine.

After fermentation, the wine is matured for several months, partly in oak barrels. Oak barrels refine the tannin structure and add subtle notes of vanilla, toast, and spice without obscuring the fruit. A carefully selected proportion of used barrels preserves the elegant Pinot fruit, while a smaller proportion of new barrels contributes additional depth and complexity.

The style of the Francois Martenot house focuses on clarity, fidelity to origin, and balance. The maturation process aims to create a characterful, classic Pommard that displays the appellation’s typical power while remaining refined and approachable. The result is a wine that appeals both to connoisseurs and to curious enthusiasts discovering Burgundy for themselves.

Serving Suggestions for Pierre André Pommard - Francois Martenot

This red wine pairs wonderfully with a wide variety of dishes. Its intense dark-berry fruit and pronounced structure are especially well suited to rich dishes. Braised beef shoulder, rack of lamb with an herb crust, or game ragout with a robust sauce are impressively complemented by this Pommard.

The wine also shows great strength alongside richly seasoned lighter dishes. Poultry such as corn-fed chicken with mushroom ragout, roast veal with jus, or a hearty pork crust are excellent matches. Mushroom dishes, such as tagliatelle with porcini mushrooms or a creamy risotto with wild mushrooms, pick up the wine’s earthy notes beautifully.

• Rich dishes: beef, lamb, game, hearty stews
• Lighter and substantial dishes: veal, pork, poultry with spicy accompaniments
• Vegetarian: mushroom dishes, roasted vegetables, spicy lentil ragouts
• Cheese: medium-mature to aged hard and semi-hard cheeses

This Pommard is particularly well suited to festive evenings, intimate dinners, and special moments with friends. A multi-course menu gains a stylish common thread from this Burgundy wine, while a quiet candlelit evening receives an elegant accompaniment. The wine complements profound conversations as well as pleasurable hours in small company.

The ideal serving temperature is approximately 16 to 18 degrees Celsius. A large red wine glass allows the aromatic diversity to unfold at its best and gives the tannins enough room to appear soft. Carefully decanting the wine before serving is recommended so that it can receive air and reveal its full aromatic spectrum.

Stored in a cool, dark room with a constant temperature and bottles lying on their sides, this Burgundy wine retains its character for several years. A cellaring potential of up to eight years from the vintage provides ample time to discover the wine at different stages of maturity. With increasing bottle age, tertiary aromas such as leather, truffle, and dried fruit become more pronounced, while the tannins appear even finer.

Whether enjoyed on its own in a large Burgundy glass or as a stylish companion to sophisticated dishes, this Pommard offers an intense, authentic Burgundy experience that will remain memorable for a long time.

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