Grands Echézeaux is the finer and more celebrated of the two Grand Cru appellations in Flagey-Echézeaux, producing Pinot Noir of genuine depth, aromatic complexity and remarkable longevity from 9.14 hectares of exceptional limestone hillside. Situated immediately adjacent to the Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru and farmed by a handful of Burgundy's most serious producers, Grands Echézeaux consistently delivers wines that are discussed by serious collectors in the same breath as the finest Grand Crus of neighbouring Vosne-Romanée.
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Grands Echézeaux at a Glance
Grands Echézeaux is a Grand Cru vineyard of 9.14 hectares in Flagey-Echézeaux, Cote de Nuits, Burgundy. Grand Cru status was officially granted in 1937. The vineyard is situated adjacent to the Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru and produces wines that bridge the character of Vougeot's more powerful style and the aromatic refinement of Vosne-Romanée. The style combines structure, depth and aromatic complexity with genuine longevity. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is the most celebrated holder, with Domaine d'Eugénie also producing an outstanding expression.
The Vineyard
Grands Echézeaux sits at the upper part of the Flagey-Echézeaux hillside, where better drainage and more limestone-dominant soils produce wines of greater definition and aromatic precision than the broader and more variable Echézeaux appellation below it. The proximity to Clos de Vougeot gives the wines a structural kinship with that Grand Cru, whilst the higher elevation and superior soil drainage contribute a refinement and aromatic detail that often recall the finest wines of Vosne-Romanée.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, whose Grands Echézeaux is one of the most important wines in its exceptional Grand Cru portfolio, is the reference producer for understanding what this vineyard can achieve at the highest level.
Style of Wine
Grands Echézeaux produces wines that combine the structural power and mineral depth of the finest Cote de Nuits Grand Crus with a refinement and aromatic complexity that reflects the vineyard's superior position within the Flagey-Echézeaux appellation. Dark cherry, plum, floral notes, forest floor, mineral earth and subtle spice develop progressively over fifteen to twenty-five years into wines of considerable depth and character.
The Producers of Grands Echézeaux
Domaine d'Eugénie
Now part of François Pinault's Artemis Domaines portfolio, Domaine d'Eugénie produces Grands Echézeaux of genuine quality and increasing precision, benefiting from the investment and winemaking expertise of an owner whose portfolio also includes Château Latour and Clos de Tart. It is one of the most compelling expressions of this Grand Cru available outside the DRC portfolio.
Why Collect Grands Echézeaux?
Grands Echézeaux offers collectors access to a genuinely exceptional Grand Cru at prices that, whilst significant, remain somewhat more accessible than the most celebrated Vosne-Romanée Grand Crus, whilst delivering wines of comparable depth and longevity from a vineyard that is farmed by some of the finest producers in Burgundy.
All Grands Echézeaux wines purchased through Fine Wine Library are held In Bond, excise duty free, with guaranteed provenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Grands Echézeaux and Echézeaux?
Grands Echézeaux is the superior of the two Grand Cru appellations in Flagey-Echézeaux, occupying a higher position on the hillside with better drainage and more limestone-dominant soils. Echézeaux is larger (37.7 hectares), more variable in quality and generally produces wines of less consistent depth and definition.
Who are the main producers of Grands Echézeaux?
The most celebrated producer is Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, whose holding provides one of the key reference points for understanding this Grand Cru. Domaine d'Eugénie produces an outstanding expression with the backing of Artemis Domaines.
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