COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Maison Louis Jadot / Domaine Gagey
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Echézeaux Grand Cru from Maison Louis Jadot/Domaine Gagey, vintage 2020, is a 100% Pinot Noir from the Echézeaux AOC Grand Cru appellation in Burgundy, France. Located in the Côte de Nuits sub-region, specifically Flagey-Echézeaux, this wine is produced from grapes grown on east-southeast facing slopes with chalky soil. Maison Louis Jadot, established in 1859, is known for its commitment to expressing Burgundy's diverse terroirs, with winemaker Frederic Barnier focusing on crafting wines that highlight the unique characteristics of each appellation. The Echézeaux vineyard itself is part of a commune renowned for its Grand Cru status.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€345
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Echézeaux is one of Burgundy's largest Grand Cru vineyards.
Fact 02
The vineyard is located just south of the famed Vougeot.
Fact 03
Louis Jadot owns a significant portion of the Echézeaux vineyard.
Fact 04
The wine is aged in barrels from Jadot's own cooperage, Cadus.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Echézeaux Grand Cru undergoes manual harvesting in small crates, followed by hand sorting and destemming. Vinification involves fermentation in vats for 3 to 4 weeks, using open wooden or stainless steel vats with twice-daily punching down. The wine is then aged for 15 to 18 months in oak barrels, with about one-third being new, sourced from the producer's own cooperage, Cadus.
