Echezeaux Grand Cru 2020

Maison Joseph Drouhin, founded in Beaune in 1880, is one of Burgundy's great family-owned wine houses. For four generations, the Drouhin family has crafted wines with the ambition of expressing Burgundy's remarkable terroirs with precision, elegance and authenticity. With a portfolio spanning more than 90 appellations, Joseph Drouhin offers an exceptional journey through Burgundy, from regional appellations to the most prestigious Premier and Grand Crus.

The Maison has been awarded the Grappe d'Or by Gault&Millau, recognising the excellence of its wines and its place among Burgundy's leading producers.

Échezeaux Grand Cru is one of the Côte de Nuits' most prestigious Grand Crus, located in the commune of Flagey-Échezeaux, between the legendary Clos de Vougeot and Musigny vineyards. Its name derives from the Old French word "chezal" (plural "chezeaux"), meaning a small hamlet. Long before vines were planted, the site was home to an important agricultural estate cultivated by the monks of the Abbey of Saint-Vivant, who played a major role in developing Burgundy's vineyards. Its gently sloping, east-facing clay-limestone soils allow Pinot Noir to express outstanding finesse, depth and timeless elegance.

Appearance: Bright, deep and brilliant ruby colour.

Nose: Elegant aromas of stone fruits (cherry, peach and apricot), enhanced by notes of cocoa bean and exotic woods such as cedar.

Palate: Silky, velvety texture with remarkable refinement. A delicate touch of dark chocolate lingers through an exceptionally long finish.

Food Pairing: Excellent with beef fillet, roast pigeon, wild duck, venison, porcini mushroom risotto, black truffle or mature Époisses cheese.