Domaine Lécheneaut

This superb 10ha domaine was created in the 1980’s by Fernand, father of Philippe and Vincent who now run the domaine. The wines are very exciting and sumptious, brimming with expressive and beautiful Pinot Noir characters, with 30% whole bunch fermentation. The wines are aged for 12 months in barrel with 80% being supplied by Francois Frères.

The colour is profoundly deep, the nose a little muted, as if the wine is too powerful to show at first approach. However, once in the mouth the palate is rich, succulent, almost lush. A very fruit-driven style, heavy on the boiled black fruits, balanced by some freshness and a touch of steeliness. The finish is long, rounded and shows a lovely earthy, savoury edge. Balanced, supple and open.

Aged in barrels for 9 months, barrels aged from 1 year to 6 years old.