Domaine de Courcel Grand Clos des Épenots Pommard 1er Cru 2004

There is no other way to say it: this is a monster of a wine in the context of 2004 and there is no point in even thinking about opening one of these babies for at least a dozen years. Much like the Fremiers, this is aromatically pure but cool, tight and very backward, leading to exceptionally rich yet detailed full-bodied flavors that explode on the hugely long finish. This is one of those ‘wow’ wines and it wouldn’t surprise me if it eventually merited a higher score as it is blessed with superb material, impeccable balance and striking length. In short, if you’re going to buy it, put it in the cellar and forget it. Drink: 2018+. Outstanding. Score – 93. (Allen Meadows, burghound.com, April 1, 2007)