Louis Jadot - Pommard 1er cru Clos de la Commaraine 2016
92/100
Decanter
91-93/100
Inside Burgundy - Jasper Morris
“A charming and refined Pommard 1er cru”
“Clos de la Commaraine yielded only 60% of a normal harvest in 2016, but it is charming and offers a lovely bouquet of soft red fruits, rich earth, orange peel, spices, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is supple, velvety, and full-bodied, with a bright acidity, precision, and excellent length.” (Decanter)
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Eye
Dark, clear, and brilliant color
Nose
Revealing aromas of black and red berries and spicy notes
Palate
Rich and full-bodied, with lovely aromatic intensity and a beautiful balance, and a long, elegant finish
Serve
Decant at 15°C
Open
1 hour before service
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairings
The perfect pairing for hearty or spicy meats such as game, marinated meats, and most cheeses (Epoisses, Livarot, Pont-l’Évêque)...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2025 guide) 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
The Gagey family’s involvement with this true gem of Burgundy’s historical heritage began upon the death of Louis-Auguste Jadot. With no heir, the estate was entrusted in 1962 to André Gagey, who remained its manager until 1991, when he handed the reins to his son Pierre-Henry, who now oversees the 225 hectares of vineyards. Since 2011, winemaking has been overseen by Frédéric Barnier, who has seamlessly succeeded Jacques Lardière, further improving the consistency and uniformity of all vintages. The whites are pneumatically pressed and fermented directly in barrels, where they undergo aging on the lees with periodic stirring for 12 to 20 months. The red wines are vinified with the stems removed but without crushing, without cold pre-fermentation, and undergo a vatting period of 25 to 27 days before beginning their aging for 12 to 22 months in barrels, one-third of which are new.
Decanter
Wine rated 92/100
About the wine:
Clos de la Commaraine yielded only 60% of a normal harvest in 2016, but it is charming and offers a lovely bouquet of soft red fruits, rich earth, orange peel, spices, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the wine is supple, velvety, and full-bodied, with a bright acidity, precision, and excellent length.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
This prestigious wine merchant is run with great efficiency by Pierre-Henry Gagey, who is deeply involved in Burgundy. The company boasts an exceptionally extensive range and a superb collection of terroirs, encompassing the major Burgundian appellations. Frédéric Barnier, who has been in charge of winemaking since 2012, is gradually making his mark by refining the wines. Consistency is one of this house’s strengths. While the whites display beautiful balance, the reds are austere and severe, with oak notes that dominate the fruit and even hints of acetate that, this year, make it difficult to assess certain vintages. Let’s hope this is temporary, as the company’s reputation is at stake.
James Suckling
Rated: Recommended
Inside Burgundy - Jasper Morris
Wine rated 91–93 out of 100