{"product_id":"domaine-clos-frantin-echezeaux-grand-cru-2018","title":"Domaine Clos Frantin Echezeaux Grand Cru 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine Clos Frantin Echezeaux Grand Cru 2018 is a refined and expressive Pinot Noir from one of Burgundy’s most celebrated Grand Cru sites. Sourced from the small parcel in Les Champs Traversins, it stands out for its natural elegance, depth, and the distinctive character of a terroir shaped by sandy, gravelly soils and a steep slope near the Orveau valley. This is a wine that speaks clearly of its prestigious origin, combining finesse with serious Grand Cru presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Echezeaux shows the poised, polished look you would expect from top-tier Burgundy, with a bright, vibrant ruby core. The nose is generous and layered, offering red berries and summer fruits alongside spicy notes, while the 2018 vintage also brings darker elements such as blackberry, raspberry, hints of melted tar, tobacco, and a subtle floral lift.\n\nOn the palate, it is round, harmonious, and beautifully balanced, with finely tuned tannins and discreet oak that supports rather than dominates. The finish is impressively long, adding a touch of dark chocolate and a lingering sense of depth. While already attractive, it has the structure and pedigree to develop further complexity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes come from a small Grand Cru parcel in Les Champs Traversins, where the combination of sandy and gravelly soils, steep hillside exposure, and proximity to the Orveau valley creates ideal conditions for Pinot Noir of remarkable elegance. At Domaine du Clos-Frantin, the vineyards are farmed organically, with compost and ploughing replacing herbicides and artificial fertilisers, and strict pruning used to keep yields low and quality high. Vinification is carried out with a very light hand to preserve terroir expression, followed by careful gravity transfer to the cellars, where the wine matures in oak barrels for 12 to 18 months, with discreetly toasted barrels from sources such as Tronçais and Allier used to add subtle complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Grand Cru is a wonderful match for refined dishes such as roast duck, pigeon, game birds, veal, mushroom-based preparations, or tender lamb. It also pairs beautifully with earthy cuisine and aged soft cheeses. Serve at around 16-18°C, and consider decanting for about 30 to 60 minutes if drinking young to allow the aromatics and structure to open fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlbert Bichot is one of Burgundy’s most respected houses, with six exceptional domaines spanning some of the region’s finest terroirs across Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise, and Beaujolais. Domaine du Clos-Frantin, based in Nuits-Saint-Georges, is one of its key estates, with 7.3 hectares of vines including Premier and Grand Cru parcels in the heart of the Côte de Nuits. Founded in 1831 and now run by the sixth generation, the family has built a strong reputation for terroir-driven wines and has earned particular recognition for its thoughtful, minimally interventionist approach to winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Albert Bichot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122474164466,"sku":"FW-7841","price":294.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/echezeaux_grand_cru_frantin.png?v=1777476210","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/domaine-clos-frantin-echezeaux-grand-cru-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}