Marsannay Les Echezots 2022

The 2022 Marsannay Les Echezots from Philippe Charlopin demonstrates the appealing character of this often overlooked appellation at the northern end of the Côte de Nuits. Charlopin's expertise brings out the best of this specific vineyard site.

The nose presents with bright red fruits - notably fresh raspberries and red cherries - accompanied by subtle mineral notes and delicate spice that are characteristic of Les Echezots. The aromatic profile shows the ripeness and generosity of the 2022 vintage while maintaining freshness.

On the palate, the wine displays impressive balance between fruit concentration and structural elements. The texture is supple and refined, with fine-grained tannins providing elegant support to the pure fruit core. The finish shows good persistence, with mineral notes complementing the fruit, demonstrating why Marsannay, particularly in the hands of skilled producers like Charlopin, deserves more attention.

This wine captures both the accessibility that Marsannay is known for and Charlopin's ability to craft wines of precision and character.