Louis Jadot - Echezeaux - Grand Cru

93 points - The Wine Advocate
89 points - The Wine Advocate
94 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - The Wine Advocate
94 points - The Wine Advocate
94 points - The Wine Advocate
Louis Jadot - Echezeaux - Grand Cru - 2017 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Louis Jadot - Echezeaux - Grand Cru

93 points - The Wine Advocate
89 points - The Wine Advocate
94 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - The Wine Advocate
94 points - The Wine Advocate
94 points - The Wine Advocate
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From a parcel in Les Rouges du Bas, the 2017 Echézeaux Grand Cru offers up attractive aromas of smoky red fruits, spices, charcuterie, and toasty new oak. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, firm, and expansive, with a broad, open-knit profile.
The 2016 Echézeaux Grand Cru, which unlike the Clos Vougeot was severely hit by the frost, was missing some fruité on the nose, stubborn and rather withdrawn. The palate is medium-bodied with broad tannin, good acidity but there is sense that the frost denuded this grand cru of its nobility, thus the finish feels rather smudged and monotone. I found this disappointing because of what happened in the vineyard rather than any winemaking fault.
Jadot's 2015 Echézeaux Grand Cru is showing brilliantly from bottle, offering up a youthfully reserved but beautifully pure nose of raspberry, black cherry, rose petal, violet, subtle incense and a nicely integrated framing of new oak. On the palate, the wine is ample, full-bodied and succulent, with bright acids and a superb sense of control despite its scale, its tannins fine-grained but formidable. To reiterate, this is firmly shut down at present, and while its potential is considerable it is likely to remain that way for a good decade.
The 2013 Echezeaux has a very refined bouquet with delineated raspberry, crushed strawberry and Morello cherry scents that are underpinned by fine mineral notes. The palate is medium bodied with crisp tannin, fine acidity and quite a linear finish that will need time to really get into its stride. It comes across as a light, polite Echezeaux at present.
The 2012 Echezeaux Grand Cru has a sensual, expressive, kaleidoscopic bouquet with wonderful vibrant blackberry, cassis and blueberry scents infused with minerals. The palate is beautifully balanced with fine, sappy red berry fruit, a citric thread of racy acidity that neatly offsets the extravagant finish. There is plenty to savour on the vibrant, vivacious Echezeaux.
The 2009 Echezeaux comes across as tightly wound, a sign that bodes very well for the future. The wine begins to grow in the glass as the fruit gains volume and pure textural richness. Firm tannins frame an intense, powerful finish laced with tar, liquorice, sweet spices and smoke.
Type:
Red
Country:
France
Region:
Burgundy
Appellation:
Echezeaux
Producer:
Louis Jadot
Grapes/Blend:
Pinot Noir
Style:
Grand Cru

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Louis Jadot

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Louis Jadot is a French wine producer based in the Burgundy region. Founded in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot, the winery has a long history of producing...

Louis Jadot is a French wine producer based in the Burgundy region. Founded in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot, the winery has a long history of producing high-quality wines. Today, it is one of the most prestigious wine producers in Burgundy and is known for its exceptional wines.

The winery produces a wide range of wines, including both red and white wines. Its flagship wine is the Louis Jadot Beaune 1er Cru, which is made from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Beaune region of Burgundy. This wine is known for its complex aromas and flavours, which include cherry, raspberry, and earthy notes.

Louis Jadot also produces a number of other red wines, including Gevrey-Chambertin, which is made from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Gevrey-Chambertin region of Burgundy. This wine is known for its intense aromas of blackberry and black cherry, as well as its firm tannins and long finish.

In addition to its red wines, Louis Jadot also produces a range of white wines. One of its most popular white wines is the Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuissé, which is made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Pouilly-Fuissé region of Burgundy. This wine is known for its rich and creamy texture, as well as its flavours of apple, pear, and vanilla.

Louis Jadot uses traditional winemaking techniques to produce its wines. The winery has its own cooperage, where it crafts its own barrels from French oak. The winery also uses a combination of stainless steel tanks and oak barrels to ferment and age its wines.

Louis Jadot's commitment to quality is reflected in its strict vineyard management practices. The winery only uses grapes from the best vineyards in Burgundy, and it carefully selects only the best grapes from each vineyard. The winery also employs sustainable farming practices to ensure the long-term health of its vineyards.

Overall, Louis Jadot is a world-renowned wine producer that is known for its exceptional wines and its commitment to quality. Whether you are looking for a rich and complex red wine or a creamy and flavourful white wine, Louis Jadot has something to offer.

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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

Echezeaux is a wine appellation located in the heart of Burgundy, France. It is known for producing some of the finest red wines in the world, made from...

Echezeaux is a wine appellation located in the heart of Burgundy, France. It is known for producing some of the finest red wines in the world, made from Pinot Noir grapes. The appellation covers an area of approximately 37 hectares and is divided into 11 different climats, each with its own unique terroir.

The history of Echezeaux dates back to the 13th century when the Cistercian monks first planted vines in the area. Over the centuries, the vineyards were passed down through various noble families until they were eventually acquired by the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in the 19th century. Today, Echezeaux is still owned by the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and is considered one of the most prestigious wine appellations in the world.

The style of production in Echezeaux is traditional and focused on quality. The vineyards are carefully tended by hand, with strict attention paid to pruning, canopy management, and soil health. The grapes are harvested by hand and sorted rigorously to ensure only the best fruit is used in the winemaking process.

The Pinot Noir grapes grown in Echezeaux are known for their complexity and depth of flavor. They are typically small and tightly packed, with thick skins that contribute to the wine's rich color and tannic structure. The wines produced in Echezeaux are known for their elegance, balance, and longevity. They are often described as having aromas of red fruit, earth, and spice, with a silky texture and a long, lingering finish.

There are several different wines produced in Echezeaux, each with its own unique character. The most famous is the Grand Cru Echezeaux, which is made from grapes grown in the climats of Les Poulaillères, Les Champs Traversins, Les Cruots ou Vignes Blanches, Les Beaux Monts, Les Rouges du Bas, Les Quartiers de Nuits, and Les Loachausses. This wine is known for its power and complexity, with flavors of black fruit, leather, and tobacco.

Other wines produced in Echezeaux include the Premier Cru Echezeaux, which is made from grapes grown in the climats of Les Poulaillères, Les Champs Traversins, and Les Cruots ou Vignes Blanches. This wine is slightly lighter in style than the Grand Cru, with flavors of red fruit, spice, and earth.

Overall, Echezeaux is a wine appellation that is steeped in history and tradition. Its wines are some of the finest in the world, and are sought after by collectors and connoisseurs alike. If you are looking for a wine that is elegant, complex, and full of character, then Echezeaux is definitely worth exploring.

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