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It is a well-known fact that Burgundy is one of the most beloved wine regions of France. The Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes show their full potential in the climate and soil diversity throughout the region. Maison Nicolas Potel has built its reputation as a negociant business that was founded in 1997 with no vineyard ownership. This producer makes wines from some of the most highly regarded vineyard plots in Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune while also accessing multiple Grand Crus and Premier Cru vineyards such as Corton, Charmes-Chambertin, and Echezeaux, just to name a few. In 2004, due to lack of capital, Nicolas sold the business to the Cottin Brothers of Labouré-Roi and has since moved on to develop his own Domaine de Bellene in Beaune.

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2005
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750ml
WA94–95
WS92
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Tasting Notes

WA94–95
Red and black currant, purple plum, ginger spice, star anise and lily inform the mouth-watering nose of Potel's 2005 Echezeaux. Meaty richness and pulverized stone mineral character join an abundance of juicy fruit in the mouth, and a huge level of concentration proves compatible with a finish of utmost clarity, poise and elegance. This vibrant, finely tannic, superbly subtle wine goes well beyond the norm for its appellation. While it might well make old bones it may remain hard to resist even short term. Happily, at over 300 eventual cases, this is one of Potel's larger lots. Range: (94-95)
WS92
An animal note adds a wild dimension to this tightly wound red, which is tinged with black cherry, herb and mineral. Seems a little awkward because of its youth. The potential shows in its length. Best from 2011 through 2020. 80 cases imported.

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