There is history of innovation here with it being one of the first Domaines to practice estate bottling in the 1930s, and perhaps more significantly the Ponsots were among the first growers to understand the importance of clones and clonal selection – many of the most important Pinot Noir clones originate from their vineyards.
The first Ponsot on the scene was William, originally from St Romain but on returning from the Franco-Prussian war he settled in Morey St Denis in 1872 and bought vineyard land including the Clos des Monts Luisants. He was succeeded in 1920 by his cousin and godson, Hippolyte Ponsot, who was joined by his son Jean-Marie in 1942. Jean-Marie, long-time mayor of Morey, ran the business from 1958 until the early 1980s when his son Laurent, took over.
In 2017 Laurent Ponsot stepped down from the estate to concentrate on personal ventures. Rose-Marie Ponsot became the sole Director of the company, seconded by Alexandre Abel.
Join this webinar as Alexandre Abel and I guide us through the history and evolution of Domaine Ponsot, as we enjoy these specially chosen wines.
Domaine Ponsot Wine Samples:
2017 Clos de la Roche, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Grand Cru
2013 Clos de la Roche, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Grand Cru
2010 Clos de la Roche, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Grand Cru
2006 Clos de la Roche, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Grand Cru
2001 Clos de la Roche, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Grand Cru
1999 Clos de la Roche, Cuvée Vieilles Vignes, Grand Cru
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