Domaine Henri Boillot - Echezeaux - Grand Cru

Domaine Henri Boillot - Echezeaux - Grand Cru - 2020 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Domaine Henri Boillot - Echezeaux - Grand Cru

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Provenance
Type
Red
Country
Appellation
Style
Grand Cru
Technical
Grapes
ABV
13%
Ageing
50% in new oak barrels and 50% in single vintage barrels
Serving
15° - 17° C
Food Pairings
LambBeefDuckHard CheesesGrilled MeatsCharcuterie and Cured MeatsMushroomsFresh Herbs and Aromatic Dishes

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Domaine Henri Boillot

Domaine Henri Boillot

Domaine Henri Boillot is a Burgundy producer based in Volnay, operating vineyards across multiple prestigious appellations in the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. The domaine produces...

Domaine Henri Boillot is a Burgundy producer based in Volnay, operating vineyards across multiple prestigious appellations in the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. The domaine produces both red and white wines, working exclusively with Burgundy's classic grape varieties of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Volnay, where the domaine is headquartered, sits in the heart of the Côte de Beaune and is known for producing some of Burgundy's most elegant and refined Pinot Noir wines. The appellation's thin soils and favorable exposition create wines that are typically more delicate and perfumed than those from neighboring villages, with silky tannins and bright acidity. The region's limestone-rich soils also support exceptional Chardonnay production in white wine appellations.

The domaine's current portfolio spans from village-level Bourgogne wines to Grand Cru bottlings from Clos de Vougeot and Corton-Charlemagne. Their white wine production includes wines from Meursault, one of Burgundy's most celebrated white wine villages, alongside the Grand Cru Corton-Charlemagne. For reds, they work with premier cru sites like Volnay Les Fremiets, demonstrating their focus on terroir-driven wines across Burgundy's hierarchy of appellations.

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Burgundy - Onshore Cellars

Burgundy

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy...

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy can cast fear into the heart of even a seasoned wine pro, but fear not – the region need only be as complicated as you want it to be. Yes, it is home to some of the most expensive wines in the known universe, but there are also tasty and affordable wines.

Main grapes:

Pinot Noir originated in Burgundy and these vines cover 34% of the region, accounting for 29% of overall wine production. The red grape does extremely well in limestone and clay soil, which helps create their complexity. Pinot Noir wines from Burgundy range in colour from cherry to brick, are light in body, and typically have red fruit and spicy flavours. Gamay is a red grape also grown in Burgundy, but only makes up 10% of the vines.

Chardonnay is the primary grape for white wines in Burgundy, making up 48% of the vines and 68% of production. Chardonnay appreciates Burgundy’s marl soil, which gives it delicate floral, fruit, and mineral aromas and full-bodied flavours. Aligoté is the second white grape, accounting for 6% grown. {Read more about the ancient Aligoté grape in Burgundy.}

The region does produce a sparkling wine called Crémant de Bourgogne. It can be made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Aligoté, Gamay, Sacy, and Melon. Varieties include blanc, blanc de blancs, blanc de noirs, and rosé.

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Echézeaux

Echezeaux

Echézeaux is a Grand Cru appellation located in the Côte d'Or within Burgundy's Côte de Nuits subregion. The vineyard sits in the commune of Flagey-Echézeaux, positioned between the...

Echézeaux is a Grand Cru appellation located in the Côte d'Or within Burgundy's Côte de Nuits subregion. The vineyard sits in the commune of Flagey-Echézeaux, positioned between the villages of Vosne-Romanée and Vougeot. At approximately 37 hectares, it ranks among Burgundy's larger Grand Cru vineyards and is divided into multiple climats with varying exposures and elevations.

The appellation's terroir consists primarily of limestone and clay soils with varying compositions across different sections of the vineyard. The climate follows the continental pattern typical of the Côte de Nuits, with warm summers and cold winters. Only Pinot Noir is permitted under the appellation regulations, and the wines must meet strict yield limitations and quality standards required for Grand Cru classification. The vineyard's diverse microclimates and soil types contribute to variations in wine character depending on the specific parcel.

Echézeaux wines typically display the elegance and complexity expected from Grand Cru Burgundy, though they often present a more approachable style compared to neighboring appellations like Grands-Echézeaux. The wines generally show red fruit characteristics with earthy undertones and floral notes, developing additional complexity with age. The appellation's reputation rests on producing wines that balance power with finesse, though individual expressions vary significantly based on the producer and specific vineyard location within the appellation boundaries.

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