Albert Bichot : Grands-Echezeaux Grand Cru Dom. du Clos Frantin 2022

Characteristics and tasting tips for Grands-Échezeaux Grand Cru Domaine du Clos Frantin 2022

Tasting

Nose
The bouquet is dense and complex, revealing aromas of stone fruits such as cherry and plum, accompanied by floral notes of rose and peony. Subtle spicy nuances enrich the whole. Over time, the wine develops nuances of undergrowth and leather, contributing to its aromatic depth.

Palate
On the palate, power and elegance combine in remarkable balance. The texture is lush, supported by racy and refined tannins. The finish offers a beautiful length.

Food and Wine Pairings

This Grands-Échezeaux is ideal with finely prepared meats, whether roasted or in sauce: beef, lamb, pork, game, or duck. It also harmonizes well with medium to strong aged cheeses. The estate's special recommendation is a beef fillet in a pastry crust with morels in a red wine sauce.

Service and Storage

The Grands-Échezeaux Grand Cru Dom. du Clos Frantin 2022 is ideally served at a temperature of 16 to 17°C. This wine has a cellaring potential until 2032 and beyond.

The power and refinement of a Burgundy Grand Cru

The estate

Founded in Monthélie in 1831 by Bernard Bichot, the Albert Bichot house has established itself as an essential reference in Burgundy. Under the direction of Albéric Bichot, it brings together six estates throughout Burgundy, covering more than 100 hectares, including 13 hectares of Grand Crus and 26 hectares of Premier Crus. A pioneer in the transition to organic farming in the Côte-d'Or, Albert Bichot offers the largest selection of organic wines among the Beaune houses. As a major founding patron of the Cité des Climats et des Vins de Bourgogne, the house combines centuries-old family tradition with modern viticultural excellence.

The vineyard

The Grands-Échezeaux is located above the village of Flagey-Échezeaux, on the slope between the Premier Crus of Vosne-Romanée and Clos Vougeot. Its name comes from the Gallo-Roman term "chesaux," which designates a group of dwellings, likely an ancient hamlet. Domaine du Clos Frantin cultivates two plots in this appellation with a surface area of 0.25 hectares. The vines, averaging 35 to 40 years old, take root in brown clay-limestone soils with a high clay content, near a rocky slab also found in the upper part of Clos Vougeot.

Winemaking and Aging

The harvest for the Grands-Échezeaux Grand Cru Domaine du Clos Frantin 2022 is done by hand, followed by sorting upon arrival at the winery. Vatting lasts 18 to 21 days in temperature-controlled wooden tanks. Aging takes place over 16 to 18 months in oak barrels, 40 to 50% of which are new wood.

Grape variety

This Burgundy wine is a 100% Pinot Noir