Our plot is located in the "Les Champs Traversins" single vineyard. A high proportion of sand and gravel in the soil, the steepness of the slope ("traversins" is derived from Occitan and meant "steep slope"), and the proximity of the Orveau valley are all factors that make this terroir capable of producing a wine with such characteristic elegance and sophistication.
Tasting
The nose features a palette of red berry and summer fruit aromas, enhanced by spicy notes. Round and well balanced on the palate with harmonious structure and rather discrete woody notes. The finish is incredibly long with a touch of dark chocolate on the finish.
Food/wine pairing
During a meal, this exquisite wine can accompany finely prepared red meats, all types of game, stews, marinated red meats, and roasts as well as most cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 16 and 17°C (60°F - 63°F).
This wine may be cellared for 7 to 10 years or more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Parcel size: 1 ha (2.4 acres)
Situation: Flagey-Echezeaux, on the "Champs Traversins" single vineyard
Exposure: East, 290m on gentle slope hillside
Soil: Very stony brown limestone
Average age of the vine: 35 years
Nb of bottles produced per year: 3 600 on average
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Vatting: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Vatting time: 20 to 28 days
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 18 months
Proportion of new barrels: 50% to 70%
LE MONDE (January 21, 2020)
The organic spirit of Albéric Bichot
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Decanter Word Wine Awards (September 2020)
BEST IN SHOW - Platinum Medal - 98/100
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Burgundy Report by Bill Nanson (December 2015)
2014 vintage
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The World of Fine Wine (2019-issue 63)
2017 vintage: 93/100
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eRobertParker.com (Neal Martin) (december 2015)
2014 vintage: 90-92/100
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eRobertParker.com (Neal Martin) (october 2015)
2012 vintage: 91/100
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JamesSuckling.com (June 17, 2015)
2012 vintage: 94/100
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International Wine Challenge 2015 (May 2015)
2012 vintage: Gold medal.
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The World of Fine Wine (2015)
2013 vintage: 17+/20
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Burghound.com (1st quarter, 2015)
2013 vintage: 91-94/100
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Burghound.com (1st quarter, 2015)
2012 vintage: 92/100
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Jancis Robinson.com (January 10th, 2015)
2013 vintage: 17.5/20
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Burgundy Report by Bill Nanson (December 2019)
Tasting comments on the 2018 vintage
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Wine Enthusiast (August, October, November 2016)
2014 Vintage - 92/100
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Robert Parker / wine advocate (Neal Martin - December 2016)
2015 Vintage - 91-93/100
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Tim Atkin (January 2017)
Special Report Burgundy 2015 - 96/100
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International Wine Challenge 2017
Best Red Winemaker of the year
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Inside Burgundy Jasper Morris (January 2018)
92-94
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Robert Parker / Wine Advocate (Neal Martin, December 2017)
90-92
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Burghound.com / Allen Meadows (1st Quarter 2018)
91-93/100
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Wine Spectator Insider (September 12th, 2018)
94 Points
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Burghound.com / Allen Meadows (1st Quarter 2019)
90-93
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Vinous Neal Martin (January 2019)
2017 Red Burgundies (90-92)
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Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy (January 2019)
2017: The Vintage Report (93/100)
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James Suckling.com (February 12th, 2019)
2017 Burgundy : A nuanced, terroir-driven vintage: 96/100
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Burghound.com / Allen Meadows (1st Quarter 2020)
90-93/100
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Inside Burgundy - Jasper Morris (December 2019)
93-96/100
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International Wine Challenge 2020
GOLD MEDAL - 95/100
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Inside Burgundy - Jasper Morris (January 2021)
93-96/100
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BURGHOUND.COM / ALLEN MEADOWS (1st quarter 2021)
93/100
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BURGHOUND.COM / ALLEN MEADOWS (1st quarter 2021)
91-93
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Wine Spectator's Insider weekly (September 8, 2021)
94/100
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INSIDE BURGUNDY JASPER MORRIS (DECEMBER2021)
92-95/100
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