Grands Échezeaux 2018 – Joseph Drouhin

The Grands Échezeaux 2018 from Domaine Joseph Drouhin is a great red Burgundy wine from one of the most prestigious Grand Cru vineyards of the Côte de Nuits. Located in the commune of Flagey-Échezeaux, near Vosne-Romanée, the Grands Échezeaux climat is renowned for producing Pinot Noir wines of remarkable depth, combining power, elegance, and exceptional ageing potential.

The Domaine Joseph Drouhin, a historic winery founded in 1880 in Beaune, is one of Burgundy’s key references. The estate is known for its respectful approach to terroir, with a strong commitment to biodynamic viticulture and winemaking focused on finesse, fruit purity, and precise expression of each climat.

The terroir of Grands Échezeaux is made up of rich and complex clay-limestone soils, providing a natural structure that allows Pinot Noir to develop intensity, depth, and elegance. The exposure and soil quality contribute to wines that are both powerful and highly refined.

The 2018 vintage is marked by ripeness and richness. The nose reveals intense aromas of ripe black fruits, cherry, raspberry, and blackberry, complemented by floral notes, gentle spices, liquorice, and subtle woody and smoky nuances.

On the palate, the wine shows a broad and harmonious structure. The tannins are fine yet present, supporting a dense and silky texture. The overall profile is balanced between power and elegance, with great aromatic depth and a long, persistent finish.

This Grands Échezeaux 2018 has excellent ageing potential and can evolve over several decades, developing complex tertiary notes of undergrowth, truffle, and noble spices.

Domaine Joseph Drouhin – Burgundy

The Domaine Joseph Drouhin is one of Burgundy’s great historic wine houses. Founded in 1880 in Beaune, it is today considered one of the region’s key references, with an exceptional vineyard heritage spread across the Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Chablis.

The estate has established itself as a major player thanks to a philosophy centred on respect for terroir and an increasingly strong commitment to biodynamic viticulture. This approach aims to reveal the identity of each Burgundian “climat” with precision, favouring the natural balance of the vine.

The vineyard of Domaine Joseph Drouhin includes numerous prestigious parcels, among them several iconic Grand Crus and Premier Crus such as Musigny, Grands Échezeaux, Clos de Vougeot, Corton-Charlemagne, and Montrachet. This diversity allows a complete and nuanced expression of Burgundy’s greatest terroirs.

Winemaking is carried out with great finesse, favouring gentle extractions, controlled fermentations, and a carefully integrated ageing in French oak barrels. The goal is to preserve fruit purity while respecting the identity of each climat.

Wines from Domaine Joseph Drouhin are renowned for their elegance, precision, and outstanding ageing potential. They embody a classic, refined, and timeless Burgundian style.

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GRANDS ECHEZEAUX 18 J. Drouhin 2018

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Grands Échezeaux 2018 – Joseph Drouhin

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