Domaine Georges Noellat Echezeaux Grand Cru 2021 AOC 0.75l

Domaine Georges Noellat Echezeaux Grand Cru 2021 AOC 0.75l is a red wine that presents itself as an aristocratic tale of Burgundy, combining elegance and substance. The Pinot Noir grapes come from select vines within the Echezeaux cru, where clay soils, rich in limestone and marl, create a fine yet intense texture. Harvest takes place during a gentle ripening window, followed by spontaneous fermentation in wood and stainless steel tanks, which preserves the freshness of the fruit and shapes a smooth tannic structure. The result is a wine capable of offering immediacy on the nose and depth on the palate without force, defined by a clear minerality that accompanies every sip.

Georges Noellat is a family-run winery deeply rooted in the winemaking tradition of the Côte de Nuits. While remaining faithful to a moderate production scale, the company's ethos prioritizes quality over quantity: meticulously tended vineyards, controlled ripening, and management that embraces the terroir's biodiversity. The company's identity is founded on the authenticity of the fruit, the judicious use of barriques, and an approach that aims to preserve the expressive elegance of Pinot Noir across different vintages.

The production philosophy revolves around a virtuous simplicity: only essential interventions, a fermentation that enhances the natural yeasts, and an aging process that may include French oak barrels of varying ages to modulate the aeration and texture. The goal is to give the wine a recognizable voice, capable of expressing the soil, altitude, and harvest season without excessively burdening the flavors.

What sets the 2021 Echezeaux Grand Cru apart is the delicate texture that envelops the fruit, while maintaining a surprising longevity. Notes of dark fruit, violet, graphite, and subtle spices blend into a bouquet that doesn't pretend to be overbearing, but rather invites a sustained dialogue in the glass. The savory character and freshness balance with an elegant tannic structure, allowing for evolution over time and an aromatic purity that remains clear even long after bottling.

Within the Domaine Georges Noellat range, this wine represents the pinnacle of the red wine portfolio, a celebration of terroir and artisanal sensibility. It is designed to pair with fine dishes: roast red meats, spiced game, porcini mushrooms, and mature cheeses, offering an ideal setting for slow tastings and reflections on the terroir. It is an ideal choice for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a Burgundy with character, capable of remaining true to itself over time.

In line with STELT's positioning, this Echezeaux Grand Cru embodies a quest for balance between terroir, discreet craftsmanship, and longevity, offering a premium, understated, and authoritative Burgundy experience.