HISTORY

The Parent Family has been making wine in Pommard since 1650.
Their tradition of passing the domaine from father to son has continued
since that time without exception.

Today, Mathias Parent born in 1990 begins the 13 generation.
Francois, the 12th generation’s descendant  is the current 
viticulturist, oenologist and marketer of the property which
extends over 29 acres.

The chain of vineyards stretches from Monthelie to Ladoix-Serrigny
offering a diverse selection of appelations from,
Monthelie, Volnay, Pommard ( with 8 premier crus  ) Beaune, Ladoix
and a red Grand Cru , Le Corton.
More than 15 different appelations.
Recently, Francois has enlarged the selection with a rare Corton 
Grand Cru Blanc.

He also makes the wines for the domaine of  his wife,
Domaine A.F.Gros.

In 1787, Francois’s  ancestor Etienne Parent was the exclusive provider of wines for  former  American
president , Thomas Jefferson.  The two met when Jefferson was  an ambassador in Paris. Their numerous letters are still kept in Washington D.C. at the White House and  reveal their mutual respect, the close nature of their 
friendship and the details of their wine related transactions. Mr. Jefferson eventually planted  grapevines at his
presidential estate in Monticello, Virginia.

Today the wines of 
DOMAINE PARENT
are exported throughout the world. 

HISTORY

Anne Francoise Gros, wife of Francois Parent is the daughter of Jean and 
Jeanine Gros of Vosne Romanée. 

She created her domaine in 1988when she was given some important parcels
from the family  domaine  Jean Gros. The original domaine had been known as Gros Renaudot, then Louis Gros.  

          Richebourg
   Vosne Romanée aux Reas
   Vosne Romanee Maizières
Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits
 
Shortly thereafter, Anne Francoise took over from a domaine in 
Flagey-Echezeaux vineyards in 

       Echezeaux Grand Cru
   Vosne Romanée Chalandins

In 1990 Anne Francoise aquired a parcel of chardonnay in the commune 
of Nuits St.Georges with the appelation-
      			Bourgogne Haute Cotes de Nuits Blanc

In 1995 Francois et Anne Francoise purchased  vineyards in Savigny Les Beaune :
A premier cru     Savigny Les Beaune 
                    Le Clos des Guettes   

Jean and Jeanine Gros, decided in 1996 to transfer completely their interests in the vineyards to their 3 children, from which Anne-Françoise inherited other complimentary parcels :

  	          Chambolle Musigny
         Richebourg Grand Cru
     Vosne Romanee aux Reas
 		Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits rouge

Today the domaine controls more than 20 acres of vines.
Their wines are distributed  throughout the world

DOMAINE PARENT

Bourgogne  		Fruity, light and supple. be consumed young and 
served at a cool temperature. 

Ladoix 				Fine and delicate with a lovely bouquet.
Consume relatively young.

Monthelie				Robust and firm in its youth , it softens
and aquires  finesse with aging.

Beaune				This vineyard  located at the
boundary of Beaune and Pommard
 			produces an elegant combination  : 
the fine characteristics of a Pommard 
and the fullness of a Beaune appelation.
A good accompaniment for red meats.

Volnay				Finesse, balance and elegance give this wine
the character of a true Volnay.
An exquisite bouquet develops with age.

Pommard 				Full-bodied, firm and fine, with red fruit aromas
Croix Blanche			(wild cherries and blackcurrents). To be consumed  
					 within  5 to  8 years preferably  with red  meats.

Pommard Chaponnières 		Full, rich and substantial. Plenty of depth.
 Pommard Pezerolles 		Rich, concentrated and long on the finish.
Serve with meats and game.

Pommard Arvelets  		Deep rich colour, full-bodied and 
 Pommard Chanlins		masculine. Ripe, aromatic nose.
					Succulent fruit with a touch of mocha and caramel.
					Age for at least 6 to 8 years.
					Serve with game and cheeses. 

Pommard  Epenots			A rare combination of power and finesse.
Remarkably harmonious. Ages gracefully.
					Serve with game, red meats and cheeses.

Pommard Rugiens			A true expression of Pommard :Fragrant, 
full-bodied, powerful and tannic which should be kept  for at least 10 years. 
Recommended with game, red meats and cheeses.

SOME RECOMMENDATIONS

 			   Wine’s noble history should not let us forget 
that it is a living product and continues to develop 
throughout its life in the bottle.
Therefore, conservation is very  important. 
Preferably in a dark, cool place away from light 
with a constant temperature
not exceeding 15 °centigrade.

Please open one hour before serving.
Young wines may also  benefit from aeration 
and be served in a carafe. 

DOMAINE A.F. GROS

Bourgogne Hautes Cotes		Robust  with rich,  round fruit evoking 
De Nuits				sweet berry aromas. Consume after  2 to 5
years of aging.

Bourgogne  Hautes Cotes 	Classic Hautes Cotes. Elegant and solid 
De Nuits Blanc, 	firm texture balanced by the soft fruits 
	 				of the Chardonnay grape.
May  be consumed  at an early age.
It is recommended  to serve at 12° - 14 °C to preserve flavours and fragances.

Savigny 1er cru	             	Powerful yet elegant bouquet, predominantly -
Le Clos des Guettes           	cherry – blackcurrant – raspberry changing to a mostly, strawberry aroma after a few years. Supple, discreetly tannic and low in acidity, they have a light, fine structure. Allow to develop over time.

Vosne Romanée			This vineyard is located at the foot of the Grands 
Maizières 	Echezeaux, close to Clos Vougeot. A wine of velvety elegance and incredible finesse that ages 
harmoniously . May be served after 3 years of aging preferably with white meatsand poultry.

Vosne Romanée			This vineyard extends off the Clos des Réas 
Aux réas 				(a 1er cru and family monopole) situated at the foot 
of Nuits Saint Georges. It gives a wine of structure and powerful aromas. A charmer, round and velvety with lots of character. May be served after 3 years of aging with red meats, wild game and game birds.

Vosne Romanée			In one word, Elegant. An excellent example of
Le Clos de la Fontaine 	Vosne Romanee. Cherry colour, fragrant nose and a richness balanced by a judicious amountof tannin and acidity. Perfect to consume young with red meats.

Chambolle				A manifestation of elegance and finesse; a brilliant Musigny 			red colour,profound aromas of raspberries and 
wild violetes. Very fine tannins 	and light acidity. May be enjoyed while young or with aging. 

Echezeaux		Deep, rich, intense concentration of fruit evoking 
Grand Cru				mature aromas.In spite of its seductive nature,
give it  time to show its full splendour	(6 to 
10 years) . Serve with red meats, game and cheese.

Richebourg			Only 8.43  hectares exist in the world. It is an
Grand Cru			unforgettable wine possessing depth and an 
amazing mix of contrasts : power and finesse.
Hints of wild violets, cassis, vanilla, and sweet spice notes  found only in Richebourg. Preferable to consume after 5 years...

			  Wine’s noble history should not let us forget 
that it is a living product and continues to develop 
throughout its life in the bottle.
Therefore, conservation is very  important. 
Preferably in a dark, cool place away from light 
with a constant temperature
not exceeding 15 °centigrade.

Please open one hour before serving.
Young wines may also  benefit from aeration 
and be served in a carafe. 

 VINTAGE  SUMMARY

1988
Powerful, balanced and forward. Excellent aging potential.

1989
Wines very near their peak. Voluptuous aromas and well balanced.

1990
One of the best vintages of the decade. Extraordinary perfume. 
Rich, deep, substantial. To be kept.

1991
A fascinating progression of aromas in the glass.
The potential of these wines is best expressed when allowed to develop
slowly in your glass. Splendid.
1992

Fruity, seductive with an intense nose of berry fruits. 
Open, forward, ready to enjoy.

1993

Superbly balanced, excellent colour , powerful, meaty and rich, 
will age beautifully.

1994

Harmonious, expressive and generous. Intense notes of berry fruits -Very pleasant.
May be consumed early.

1995

 Plummy, generous, ripe and pure fruit. A very successful red Burgundy vintage 
with a small harvest.  A wine with no hard edges, near impossible not to enjoy.
“The character of this vintage will find many friends.” 
 Clive Cotes – The Vine N° 145  February 1997

These tasting recommendations were compiled  April  1997.
Please keep in mind  that these  tasting notes  should  evolve with the aging of the wines.