Albert Bichot Echezaux Gran Cru 2021 x 1

Description

ECHEZEAUX GRAND CRU
 DOMAINE DU CLOS FRANTIN
 LOCATION
 Bourgogne
 VARIETAL
 Pinot Noir
 TERROIR
 Brown limestone soil, almost sandy, with a high proportion
 of pebbles
 Surface area of the vineyard : 2,47 ha
 Age of vines : 35-40 years old
 PRESENTATION
 Located between Vougeotand Vosne-Romanée, the commune of Flagey
Echezeaux boasts exclusively the two Grands Crus “Grands-Echezeaux”
 and “Echezeaux”. Their name derives from”chesaux”, a word of Gallo
Roman origin meaning a group of dwellings, presumably referring to an
 ancient hamlet.
 Our plot is located in the”Champs Traversins “Climat, facing east, at an
 altitude of 300 metres. The slope, a considerable proportion of sand and
 gravel, the proximity of the Orveaucombe-which brings freshness-, all
 contribute to imparting unique elegance and sophistication to this wine.
 WINEMAKING/AGEING
 Handpicking, grape sorting upon arrival at the winery. 
Fermenting maceration in thermo regulated wooden vats for 18 to21
 days. 
Aging in oak barrels (40 to 50% new barrels) for 16 to 18 months.
 TASTING
 This wine expresses the exceptional character of a great terroir combined
 with a great grape variety. Its complex nose features notes of red fruit
 (raspberry), stone fruit (plum) and flowers (rose, peony) enhanced by
 subtle touches of spices which will evolve over time toward scents of
 forest undergrowth and leather. The round, precise palate is supported by
 lovely structure boasting round tannins, which make it very balanced. An
 exquisite wine with a very long, refined finish.
 SERVING
 Serve at 16-17°C (60-62°F).
 Long aging potential: 7 to 10 years and more.
 FOOD PAIRINGS
 Finely prepared roasted or stewed meats (beef, lamb, pork, duck)
 Medium to mature cheeses
 Recipe suggestion: salmi of guinea fowl with mushrooms sauce
 QUOTES
 Wine Spectator: 95/100 (2022) Best of the Best
 Jasper Morris: 92-95/100 (2022)
 James Suckling: 96/100 (2020)
 Jasper Morris: 93-96/100 (2019)