Domaine Boyer-Gontard
2011 Bourgogne Les Amerots
Great value in everyday Pinot Noir! The grapes from this vineyard are grown directly across the road from Pommard, and create a nice basic red Burgundy that shows its fruit.
Cherry aromas, suggestions of earth, brambly fruit, light truffle scents, licorice, and a hint of mocha on the nose. Medium-bodied, with moderately intense dark cherry flavors. Good structure. Has a nice fleshiness. Balanced, with supple tannins. Builds in intensity on the finish. Still young. Check back again around 2016.
Food pairing: ham and lighter meats
Looking for a Pinot Noir that will impress guests yet costs less than $20? A great wine to have on hand—dainty and easy to drink but with great acidity. Likely to complement light fare. Lovely, delicate cherry on a palate laced with floral notes. Light in body, making this a great warm weather red.
Food pairing: Chevre
The Creator of This Wine
Domaine Boyer-Gontard
A believer in the here-and-now, Gérard Boyer of Domaine Boyer-Gontard hews to traditional techniques yet produces wines that are full of fruit and ready to drink early. With a doctorate in oenology, he believes in consistently producing young wines with “funky fruit” flavors. Our Sommelier states: “I’ve never had a wine from him that I didn’t like.”
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| Producer: | Domaine Boyer-Gontard |
| Region: | Burgundy |
| Year: | 2011 |
| Maturity: | 2013-2016 |
| Alcohol: | 12.5% |
| Bottle size: | 750ml |
| Color: | Red |
| Varietal: | Pinot Noir |
| Flavors: | Cherry, Blackberry, Earth |
| Body: | Light-Medium |
| Soul: | Delicate |
