2009 Echezeaux
By Domaine Emmanuel Rouget
2009 Echezeaux from Domaine Emmanuel Rouget, Burgundy, France
Intricately woven into the tapestry of Burgundy’s finest terroirs, the 2009 Echezeaux from Domaine Emmanuel Rouget captures true vinous artistry. This particular vintage, exalted in the echelons of fine wine investment, stems from a year marked by meticulous vineyard management and a harmonious season.
An Enchanting Vintage: A Testament to Mastery
The climatic conditions of 2009 endowed the vines with optimal ripeness, channelling the essence of Echezeaux’s enigmatic terroir into meticulously crafted bottles. This dynamic vintage reveals the alchemic interplay between nature's offerings and the adept hands at Domaine Emmanuel Rouget.
Tasting this bewildering expression reveals layers of complexity; a core of sumptuous fruit laced with earthy undertones speaks volumes about its provenance. It is the embodiment of balance—rich yet elegant, powerful yet refined—rendering it a collectable paragon for both connoisseurs and investors alike.
A Confluence of Elements: A Triumph in Winemaking
The skilled artisans at Domaine Emmanuel Rouget have allowed the subtleties of 2009’s unique climatic narrative to whisper through the wine. With a mere tilt of the glass, one can discern notes of ripe cherries and blackberries that meld seamlessly with whispers of exotic spices and a hint of forest floor—the result is an opulent yet silken framework that dances on the palate.
Anchored by an enduring structure and a longevity that astute investors seek, the 2009 Echezeaux stands as a veritable emblem within Rouget’s collection. Its harmonious maturation trajectory is suggestive of profound depth and potential—a truly investable acquisition.
In summary, the 2009 Echezeaux from Domaine Emmanuel Rouget presents itself not merely as a wine but as a confluence of exceptional vintage attributes captured in liquid form. Graced by an age-worthy composition and captivating inherent complexity, this Burgundy jewel enriches any esteemed portfolio with its notable distinction.
Market price (HKD)
HK$110,120.00
12x75cl
Highest score
94
POP score
822.86
Scores and tasting notes
The 2009 Echezeaux is rich, dark and beautifully layered. The intensity and depth of the fruit is nicely balanced by the impossibly fine, silky tannins. This sumptuous, textured wine is impressive and totally compelling. The Echezeaux was aged in 100% new oak Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039. This small domaine is one of Burgundy’s best kept secrets. Emmanuel Rouget farms 8 hectares of vineyards, of which he owns 2.5. Rouget began harvesting on September 12. The fruit was 10% destemmed. Fermentation and maceration lasted about 20 days. The wines were pressed, and the sediment was left to decant naturally for two days. The wines were then racked into barrel with the fine lees. The malos were fast in 2009; they took only 4 months to complete, versus 17 for the 2008s. Rouget expected to do no rackings until the wines were prepared for bottling, with no fining or filtration. I tasted all of these wines from new oak barrels. Readers will note that some of these wines, especially at the entry-level are not aged in 100% new oak. That means the samples I tasted are not fully representative of the final wines. Ordinarily in a situation like this I would ask to taste multiple barrels, but my schedule was particularly tight on the day I visited Rouget. Of course, this is not an issue with the top wines, which are aged in 100% new oak. This is a beautiful set of wines from top to bottom. Importer: Martine’s Wines, Novato, CA; tel. (415) 883-0400
Antonio Galloni - The Wine Advocate, 1 May 2011