Bouchard Pere et Fils Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020 750ml

The deep nose of amarena cherry, red roses and bitter chocolate pulls you into this rich, creamy and very concentrated Echezeaux. The tannins build impressively as this flows over the palate, the intense minerality neatly compensating for the low acidity and powering the long, structured finish. Needs some time for all this to completely integrate, but no doubt about the quality. From an almost 1-hectare plot in the upper section of this famous site. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but best from 2024.

• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy
• Appellation: Cote De Nuits
• Sub Appellation: Echezeaux
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world’s most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means ‘black pine’ in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.