Domaine Jouan Gevrey Chambertin Aux Echezeaux 2022, 75cl

Domaine Jouan Gevrey-Chambertin ''Aux Echézeaux'' 2022 is primarily sourced from dedicated parcels of old vines (averaging over 80 years of age) located within the Aux Echézeaux lieu-dit, situated at the southern end of the Gevrey-Chambertin appellation bordering Morey-Saint-Denis. This cuvée represents a single-parcel expression of one of the village's most ''sleeper'' terroirs, known for producing wines with surprising silkiness and elegance. This vintage is a blend of 100% Pinot Noir. The estate is managed with traditional and sustainable practices, and this cuvée is crafted with the same meticulous attention to terroir as the domaine's Grand Cru holdings, utilizing 100% de-stemming and minimal influence of new wood. It was aged in French oak barrels (with a very low percentage of new oak) to preserve its fresh, vibrant fruit character while allowing the vineyard's ''whispering'' complexity to shine.

A small domaine of only three and a half hectares, but despite the tiny size and the under-the-radar vibes, these are beautiful wines which inspire great devotion with many faithful customers. There is a simplicity to the wines which often explode with fruit. The wines are all supple and fruity; transparent and pure in the best form of the word. There is a clear house style, but there is a great terroir expression too. The vineyard called ''Aux Echezeaux'' is a small parcel of a unique vineyard, lying just under the Grand Cru’ Charmes Chambertin. It is at the southern end of the village, right next to the boundary with Morey St Denis. The wine has a tight, mineral core, overlaid by the Jouan style which is a supple, fruit-forward style.

Tasting Notes:

2022 is a fine vintage. The wines will keep well, and have excellent concentration but are also very accessible for young drinking. The style is perfumed, ripe and concentrated with spicy rich fruit, and a touch of oak from the year's maturation in barrels.

Serving Suggestion:

Pairs best with robust dishes such as roast duck, stuffed mushrooms or mushroom risotto. seared tuna and cheese dishes.