Magnum Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard Les Vaumuriens Hauts 2023

Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard in Magnum: Les Vaumuriens Hauts in its most beautiful format

The Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard Les Vaumuriens Hauts in Magnum offers an even more refined tasting experience than the traditional bottle. Thanks to its 1.5-liter volume, the wine evolves more slowly, preserving its freshness, balance, and the precision of its aromatic expression.

From a high-altitude terroir located on the heights of Pommard, this Pinot Noir combines depth, elegance, and energy. The Magnum format particularly highlights this harmony, allowing the wine to develop its complexity over the years.

This bottle is an excellent choice for enthusiasts looking to build a cellar for aging or share a great Burgundy during an exceptional meal.

Why choose a Magnum of Pommard?

The Magnum enjoys a well-deserved reputation among enthusiasts of great wines.

The ratio between the volume of wine and the amount of oxygen present under the cork naturally slows down aging. This more gradual evolution allows the aromatic bouquet to gain finesse while preserving remarkable freshness.

For an appellation like Pommard, known for its structure and aging potential, the Magnum often represents the ideal format.

It also offers a particularly elegant presentation for family meals, receptions, or special occasions.

A format designed for time

The Magnum encourages a slower and more harmonious evolution.

It reveals all the complexity of the great Burgundy terroirs after several years in the cellar.

Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard and the Les Vaumuriens Hauts climate

The Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard comes from the Les Vaumuriens Hauts climate, located above the prestigious Rugiens.

This parcel rests on poor, rocky, and very limestone soils, in direct contact with the mother rock. The vines, about forty years old and planted at high density, naturally produce low yields, favoring berry concentration and terroir expression.

The altitude of the vineyard brings additional freshness that perfectly balances the natural richness of the appellation. This mineral tension is one of the signatures of this cuvée.

A terroir that gains precision with the Magnum

The slower evolution of the Magnum particularly highlights the finesse of the tannins and the mineral depth of the Vaumuriens Hauts.

A precise vinification serving the terroir

The grapes are hand-harvested before full destemming.

Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with a maceration of about eighteen days. The extractions remain gentle to preserve the purity of the fruit and the elegance of the tannins.

The wine is then aged for twelve months in French oak barrels, with only 10 to 20% new wood, followed by an additional four months in stainless steel tank before bottling.

This approach allows for the preservation of the personality of the climate without the aging dominating.

A constant search for balance

The Domaine Henri Delagrange always prioritizes finesse over the demonstration of power.

The wood accompanies the wine discreetly.

A tasting that gains even more amplitude

In this format, the color retains its deep ruby brilliance for a long time.

The nose gradually reveals aromas of black cherry, blackberry, blackcurrant, and violet. With aging, notes of undergrowth, truffle, fine leather, soft spices, and licorice appear.

The palate impresses with its balance. The body is generous but remains perfectly supported by persistent freshness. The tannins gradually become silky while the finish reveals remarkable mineral length.

The Magnum allows for an appreciation of a particularly harmonious evolution of these different aromatic registers.

Technical Sheet

• Appellation: Pommard
• Domain: Henri Delagrange
• Climate: Les Vaumuriens Hauts
• Format: Magnum 1.5 L
• Region: Burgundy
• Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Soils: limestone and mother rock
• Average age of the vines: about 40 years
• Harvest: manual
• Vinification: maceration of about 18 days
• Aging: 12 months in barrels then 4 months in stainless steel tank
• New wood: 10 to 20%
• Serving temperature: 15 to 16 °C
• Aging potential: 15 to 20 years, or more depending on the vintage.

What pairings with a Magnum?

The Magnum pairs perfectly with meals bringing together several guests.

It will enhance a matured rib of beef, a roasted rack of lamb, a deer tenderloin, a pigeon, or a game stew.

Slow-cooked dishes from Burgundy cuisine, such as beef bourguignon or braised beef cheeks, also make for wonderful pairings.

Characterful cheeses, especially Époisses or Langres, reveal the wine's full depth.

An ideal bottle for special occasions

The Magnum brings a convivial dimension while offering exceptional storage conditions.

Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard and its aging potential

The Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard in Magnum expresses first crunchy black fruits and beautiful freshness.

After several years in the cellar, the aromas evolve towards truffle, spices, leather, dried leaves, and candied fruits.

Thanks to its large format, this evolution occurs more slowly, allowing the wine to retain its balance and liveliness for a longer time.

Enthusiasts of old Burgundies particularly appreciate this ability of the Magnum to preserve the finesse of Pinot Noir.

Tasting Tips

One hour of decanting is recommended for young vintages to promote aromatic opening.

Serve the wine between 15 and 16 °C in large glasses suited for Burgundy Pinot Noirs.

For older vintages, simply opening the bottle before the meal is usually sufficient.

A choice piece for a cellar

The Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard Les Vaumuriens Hauts in Magnum is an excellent bottle for aging and a preferred choice to celebrate great moments around a great Burgundy wine.

Discover the wines of Domaine Henri Delagrange

Also find our selection of Pommard, Magnums of Burgundy, Pinot Noir, and wines from Domaine Henri Delagrange at Cave Le Mouton Rouge.

To deepen your knowledge:

• https://www.domaine-henri-delagrange.com
• https://www.bourgogne-wines.com
• https://www.inao.gouv.fr

The Magnum, another way to discover Pommard

The Domaine Henri Delagrange Pommard Les Vaumuriens Hauts in Magnum combines the qualities of the climate with the advantages of a large format. Its extended aging, slower evolution, and remarkable aromatic complexity make it a reference bottle for collectors and enthusiasts wishing to share a great Burgundy Pinot Noir under the best conditions.