Domaine Georges Noellat Grands-Echezeaux Grand Cru 2018 AOC 0.75l

Domaine Georges Noellat Grands-Echezeaux Grand Cru 2018 AOC 0.75l presents itself as a red wine of great stature, born in the Grands-Echezeaux vineyards of the Côte de Nuits, where calcareous-clay soil and careful vineyard management result in a noble wine capable of evolving with the aroma and precision of a great cru. The producer's history is that of a family that over time has built an identity founded on respect for the terroir, the patience of traditional practices, and a constant search for expressive purity. The production philosophy is expressed through vinification that is attentive to natural maturation, manual harvesting, rigorous selection of the bunches, and an aging that favors selected wood and multiple elegant passages, aiming for a structure that is both powerful and silky. Distinctive elements include old vines oriented to enhance minerality, moderate yields, thoughtful use of oak, and a sense of depth that anchors the aromatic palette with notes of ripe red fruits, violets, pink pepper, cocoa, and a hint of flint. Within the producer's portfolio, this Grands-Echezeaux Grand Cru occupies the pinnacle of the winery's portfolio, offering a testament to the domaine's ability to transform a complex terroir into a wine of long persistence. Its stylistic characteristics are expressed like a music of density and lightness, with polished tannins, replenished acidity, and a fluidity that accompanies every sip, revealing layers of minerality and an aftertaste reminiscent of fine spices and balms. This wine is designed to accompany important occasions and food pairings, ranging from red meats to complex mushroom and pistachio crust preparations, while also offering a collector's item for those who practice slow and mindful tasting. Ultimately, for STELT, this is a wine that embodies responsible cultivation, disciplined terroir, and a promise of longevity, speaking to time with serene elegance.