Spicy, cocoa power and mint aromas. A high-toned and arresting scent. This is from the lower, bas part. Showing super-tight and reserved. Compact energy. Fine-grained tannins and a well-sustained, cold, sappy finish. The tannins catch a little on the finish, but this shows good potential. 2027-35+.
The 2020 Pommard Les Rugiens 1er Cru, which comes from Rugiens-Bas, certainly has one of the best aromatics from Bichot in this vintage with well-defined red berry fruit, briary and crushed rose petals, sous-bois scents emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy red fruit, partial whole bunch lending pepperiness towards the finish. This is definitely worth seeking out. (Drink between 2026-2045). 91-93 Points
The ripe mulberry fruit has a slight menthol edge, with hints of leather and smoke, while on the palate the style is a bit tighter, more closed, and a bit more tannic. Impressive. Bichot has one-third of a hectare here in the prime, iron-rich soils of Rugiens-Bas. They picked on the 26th August to produce this classic Pommard. The fermentation was done with one-third whole clusters and the wine was aged in cask (50% new). (Drink between 2025-2050). 93 Points
