The 2022 Louis Billard Pommard Premier Cru Les Fremiers is a distinguished Pinot Noir from one of Pommard’s finest Premier Cru vineyards. Located on the Volnay side of the appellation, Les Fremiers is renowned for producing wines that combine the depth and structure of Pommard with an unusual degree of elegance and refinement. The excellent 2022 vintage delivered outstanding fruit concentration and balance, resulting in a wine of impressive complexity and ageing potential.
The nose reveals black cherry, redcurrant and wild raspberry alongside notes of violet, baking spice and subtle forest floor. The palate is beautifully layered, with concentrated red and dark berry fruit supported by fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Hints of graphite, crushed stone and savoury earthy nuances add depth and sophistication, while the finish is long, powerful and seamlessly balanced. The vineyard’s exceptional terroir brings both intensity and finesse, creating a wine that is unmistakably Premier Cru in stature.
Ben’s Recommendation:
A superb Premier Cru Burgundy that showcases the elegance and power of great Pommard. Complex, refined and highly age-worthy, it pairs beautifully with duck, roast lamb, beef fillet, venison and mushroom-based dishes. Enjoy with a short decant if drinking now, or cellar through 2042–2050 as it develops greater savoury complexity, truffle notes and classic Burgundian depth.
