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Founded in 1872, Domaine Ponsot is a long-established wine estate headquartered in Morey-Saint-Denis within Burgundy's Côte de Nuits. The domaine owns significant holdings in grand cru vineyards, specifically Clos de la Roche and Clos Saint-Denis, many of which feature very old vines. It is distinguished by its traditional winemaking practices, including a lack of new oak and the use of stems during fermentation. Burgundy collectors highly value the estate for its robust, age-worthy Pinot Noirs.
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Domaine Ponsot ranks #13 of 314 in the Winery ranking, behind Bryant Family Vineyard, ahead of Dönnhoff.
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What famous Burgundy vineyards does Domaine Ponsot own?
The estate is renowned for its extensive holdings in Morey-Saint-Denis, particularly the Grand Cru sites of Clos de la Roche and Clos Saint-Denis. Their Clos de la Roche vines are exceptionally old, with some dating back to 1947.
When was Domaine Ponsot founded?
The domaine was officially founded in 1872 by William Ponsot. It has remained a family-run operation in the Côte de Nuits for over a century and is currently led by Laurent Ponsot.
How does Domaine Ponsot age its wines?
Historically, the estate practiced exceptionally long aging in oak, keeping their Grand Crus in barrel for up to 30 months or more. Today, they still favor slow, traditional elevage without using new oak to preserve terroir purity.
Was Domaine Ponsot involved in the Rudy Kurniawan wine fraud scandal?
Yes, Domaine Ponsot played a crucial role in exposing the infamous wine fraudster Rudy Kurniawan. Laurent Ponsot personally traveled to New York to stop a 2008 auction because fake bottles of their Clos Saint-Denis were being sold.
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