Louis Jadot : Echezeaux Grand cru Dom. Gagey 2021

A delicate and balanced Burgundy Grand Cru red wine

The estate

The Louis Jadot House, established since 1859, is a true reference in Burgundy. Its journey began with the acquisition of Beaune Premier Cru "Clos des Ursules" in 1826. Owner of prestigious vineyard plots, the Louis Jadot House perpetuates a know-how passed down from generation to generation, offering enthusiasts the best of Burgundy.

At the head of the Louis Jadot House since 1992, Pierre-Henry Gagey entrusted his position to Thomas Seiter (Bouchard Père et Fils) and the General Management to his son Thibault Gagey in September 2022.

The vineyard

This 2021 Grand Cru is an Echezeaux wine from a vineyard located south of Clos de Vougeot, facing east-southeast and resting on limestone soil.

The vintage

2021 is a year marked in Burgundy by a massive frost in early April and unstable weather conditions. Despite a lower harvest than usual, quality shines through with floral and balanced white wines as well as bright, full-bodied, and aromatic red wines.

Vinification and aging

The grapes are carefully hand-sorted and then destemmed. Maceration takes place in open wooden or stainless steel vats for 3 to 4 weeks. The vats are punched down twice a day during fermentation. The aging lasts about 18 months in the estate's cooperage barrels, of which approximately 1/3 are new.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%)

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Echezeaux Grand Cru Domaine Gagey 2021 by Louis Jadot

Cellaring

Ready to be enjoyed today, this wine can be cellared until 2051.

Serving

It is recommended to serve this wine at a temperature between 16 and 17°C.

Food and wine pairings

This Burgundy wine pairs ideally with roasted guinea fowl, veal roast, or hard cheeses.