Domaine Comte Armand – Pommard

The elegance of a legendary monopole at the heart of Pommard. A historic benchmark of the Côte de Beaune, Domaine Comte Armand has forged an international reputation thanks to its mythical 5.23-hectare monopole—the Clos des Epeneaux. This exceptional Premier Cru has become a symbol of refined Burgundy. Today, the domaine extends across nearly 9 hectares, including parcels in Volnay and Auxey-Duresses, all interpreted with precision and depth.

A Rare Monopole: Clos des Epeneaux

Located to the north of Pommard, the Clos des Epeneaux is enclosed within historic stone walls, forming a jewel of Burgundy’s wine heritage. Its soil, composed of iron-rich clay and hard limestone, nurtures Pinot Noir with remarkable tannic structure and yields wines built for long aging, often well beyond 20 years.

Team & Philosophy

The domaine is currently led by Paul Zinetti, successor to Benjamin Leroux, whose tenure marked a profound evolution in the domaine’s winemaking approach. Vineyard work is conducted according to organic farming principles with biodynamic influences: horse ploughing, natural treatments, thoughtful cover cropping, and exclusively manual harvesting. A precise and sensitive approach rooted in respect for the terroir.

Winemaking & Aging

Grapes are meticulously sorted and mostly destemmed depending on the vintage, then vinified by parcel to preserve their individual identity. Aging takes place over 18 to 22 months in French oak barrels, with a measured proportion of new wood, ensuring purity and finesse. The goal: refined tannins, aromatic definition, no excess extraction.

Wine Style

Clos des Epeneaux embodies one of Pommard’s most striking expressions: density, finesse, and a mineral-driven elegance.

Aromas: ripe dark berries, black cherry, violet, licorice, forest floor, fine spices
Texture: firm yet polished tannins, broad and harmonious palate, pronounced mineral tension
Finish: long, saline, with remarkable verticality and calcareous energy

A noble expression of Pommard, combining depth, force, and aristocratic poise.

Signature Wines

Pommard 1er Cru “Clos des Epeneaux” – Historic monopole, monumental and complex
Pommard Village
Volnay 1er Cru “Fremiets”
Auxey-Duresses Village & 1er Cru (red & white)
Bourgogne Pinot Noir