Francois Parent, Pommard Epenots Brut Zero the firm tannins make it

the firm tannins make it quite clear that this is going to require at least 7 to 8 years to be approachable

Potent cassis and blueberry aromas show excellent clarity and lift

this is the estate's entry-level bottling

sappy and sneaky long finale

puckering the cheeks with youthful tension as salted licorice and balsamic spice notes fade

Francois Parent, Pommard Epenots Brut Zero the firm tannins make it(from both Grands and Petits). This is also moderately toasty with its very ripe aromas of earth, the sauvage and layered dark cherry and currant that are trimmed in pretty spice wisps. The rich, round and velvety big bodied flavors brim with dry extract that serves to buffer the mouth coating tannins on the impressively well balanced and highly persistent finish. This is a very firm but marvelously good Epenots and one to strongly consider. (92 94)