Our 2023 Clos Marey-Monge Monopole Blend: A Symphony of Flavors
Blending a great wine is a delicate art—an intricate balance where every detail matters. For our Clos Marey-Monge Monopole 2023, Paul, Sébastien, and Jean-Rémi came together with one goal: to capture the purest, most refined expression of our treasured terroir.
What is the Clos Marey-Monge Monopole?
Our Clos Marey-Monge Monopole cuvée is a blend of the different areas of Clos Marey-Monge, a vineyard in the Pommard appellation, shaped by 150 million years of geological evolution. Exclusively cultivated by our estate, this unique terroir proudly holds its Monopole status.
The richness of this Burgundian terroir arises from a mosaic of soils, where limestone, clay, and alluvium intertwine in varying proportions. Just as every vine has its role, so too do the soils of Clos Marey-Monge. Unlike most Burgundian wines, which sing the melody of a single terroir, our Monopole is a symphony composed of seven distinct, biodynamically farmed plots, each contributing its own voice. Some provide structure, others finesse, while a few add vibrant fruit or velvety tannins. Our winemaker serves as the conductor, blending these elements to create a wine greater than the sum of its parts.
Our Clos Marey-Monge Monopole, a historic cuvée of Château de Pommard, has been crafted since the era of the estate’s third family owners, the Laplanche. Visionaries in their own right, they had the boldness to blend multiple soil types in a region where terroir is traditionally vinified parcel by parcel.
Initially produced under the name Grand Vin du Château de Pommard, this cuvée was rebranded as Clos Marey-Monge Monopole in 2014. We carry on this tradition by crafting this cuvée every year, ensuring this Pinot Noir authentically reflects the unique qualities of its vintage.
Precision in the Pursuit of Balance
The process begins after racking the barrels when each lot—aged separately—is brought together in a tank. After a few weeks of rest, we move on to a key stage: tasting the twenty-five individual tanks. Each is meticulously evaluated and ranked based on its unique characteristics, structure, and blending potential.
Once the ranking is complete, the real precision work begins. Paul, Sébastien, and Jean-Rémi explore various combinations in search of the perfect balance between depth, freshness, and complexity. This step is repeated several times, with delicate adjustments to the proportions, until the ideal harmony is achieved. The goal is clear: to preserve the authenticity of our terroir while crafting a cuvée of exceptional quality.
The Final Touch
Once the perfect blend takes shape, the final step is to stabilize our Clos Marey-Monge Monopole 2023. Volumes are adjusted with precision, always honoring the balance and excellence that define our wine. Every drop matters and every decision is carefully considered, as our standards match the nature of this cuvée.
Born from our exceptional terroir and meticulously crafted by our cellar masters, this Pommard elegantly reflects the essence of our Château. Year after year, we take pride in sharing this remarkable cuvée with you. As it evolves over time, its story unfolds—waiting for you to discover with each sip.
