2023 Benjamin Leroux Pommard

About The Wine

Having been the manager of Comte Armand for 15 years, Benjamin Leroux knows a thing or two about producing great Pommard!

The new release is a blend of three different locations. Les Cras and Les Vaumuriens-Hauts lie on the Volnay side of the village, and Leroux notes the cooler, hillside fruit from Vaumuriens brings freshness and balance to the naturally warmer Cras.

This year, Ben got his hands on some fruit from the highly prized village location of Petits Noizons, facing south on the shallow limestone soils at the top of the hill. Across the three parcels, about half of the bunches were retained. Four barrels were produced, including one new 450-litre barrel.

The result is a super, fine-boned Pommard with dark cherry, anise-scented fruit, a kiss of sweet oak and a long, powdery close.

Review

“A powerful mid purple, with a bouquet to match. All in dark berry fruit but with a slightly muscular quality. Much more generous on the palate, fills out extremely well, covering the framework. Perfectly judged oaking too.” 90-92 points, Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy

About Benjamin Leroux

Benjamin Leroux established his own label in 2007, dedicating himself entirely to the project since 2014. Working throughout the Côte d'Or with owned organic-certified vines, leased parcels, and carefully sourced fruit, he produces an extraordinary range from AC Bourgogne to Grand Cru. His deep relationships with predominantly organic growers allow him to influence farming decisions and dictate harvest timing for optimal ripeness.

Leroux's winemaking philosophy centers on preserving terroir through minimal intervention. He favours large wooden casks for vinification and maturation, uses very little new oak, and adjusts whole-bunch inclusion based on site and vintage. The scale remains artisanal—several wines are produced in quantities not exceeding a single barrel, reflecting his commitment to small-batch excellence.

The 2023 vintage exemplifies Leroux's exceptional timing and skill. The resulting wines showcase remarkable purity: charming fruit and silky structures. After consistently producing outstanding wines across every appellation, Leroux has established himself as a producer who simply doesn't know how to put a foot wrong.

Snapshot

Region: Burgundy

Country: France

Alcohol: 13.5%

Vintage: 2023

Size: 750ml

Closure: Cork under wax

Grapes: Pinot Noir