The Bouchard Père & Fils Echézeaux Grand Cru 2016 is a beautifully crafted Burgundy, showcasing vibrant red cherry and raspberry aromas intertwined with hints of crushed stone and damp undergrowth. On the palate, it is well-defined, offering gentle grip and concentration balanced by a fine thread of acidity. Ideal for pairing with roasts, meat dishes in sauce, or medium-flavored cheeses. With excellent ageing potential, this wine can be enjoyed through 2038.

Inside Burgundy | IB 90-92
Published: Oct, 2017

Domaine (En Orveaux, frosted) plus purchased grapes from Echezeaux du Dessus where they look after the vines. This has quite a classy nose, with good depth. A touch of prune in the middle, then a bit more lifted fruit, not quite harmonious but of interest nonetheless. Tasted Oct 2017 by Jasper Morris MW.

The Wine Advocate | RP 89-91
Published: Dec 29, 2017
Drink: 2020-2038

The 2016 Echézeaux Grand Cru does not come from the domaine this year since their own fruit was supplemented with purchased grapes. It has a pretty bouquet with vibrant red cherry and raspberry fruit laced with crushed stone and damp undergrowth scents. The palate is well defined on the entry with a gentle grip, the concentration already apparent but countered by a fine thread of acidity. The finish is just a tad straightforward but otherwise, this is a finely crafted Echézeaux, if not quite up there with the 2015. 

Jancis Robinson | JR 17.5+
Published: Jan 5, 2018

Plenty of stylish oak influence giving smoke and spice alongside just-ripe redcurrant fruit. Good volume and tension on the palate, with long, impressive persistence. Conventional grand cru – so it isn’t surprising, but it delivers plenty of intensity.

Vivino | Vivino 4.4

Intense aromas of red fruit and terroir, with oaky touches. In a superb ensemble, this wine is a blend of the elegance of its terroir and the power of its Grand Cru standing. Very good ageing potential.

Bouchard-pereetfils.com

TASTING NOTE: Intense aromas of red fruit and spices entwined with oaky hints. This wine is a perfect marriage of the elegance of its terroir and the power of its Grand Cru standing. Very good ageing potential.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 13.5%
Closure: Natural Cork
Harvest: 21 September – 6 October 2016
Oak: 12–14 months in French oak, 45–60% new oak
Varietals: Pinot Noir 100%
Skin Contact: 15–20 days, with gentle extraction
Winemaker: Frédéric Weber
Region: Échezeaux Grand Cru, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy

Serving Temperature: 17–18°C
Decanting: 45–60 minutes
Food Pairing: Roast duck, game birds, beef in red wine sauce, roasted meats, wild mushrooms, truffle dishes and medium-aged cheeses