2006 Mongeard Mugneret, Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru

Domaine Mongeard-Mugneret approaches the Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru with a focus on capturing the inherent power of the site through rigorous vineyard stewardship, including green harvesting and meticulous manual selection. Situated on a foundation of rich clay over Bajocian limestone, this vineyard benefits from exceptional drainage that dictates the wine’s dense, layered texture. The 2006 vintage, characterized by a challenging, cool August and a crucial, warm September, required judicious extraction to manage the structural profile; the resulting wine exhibits a harmonious tension between its firm, foundational tannins and a preserved, nervous acidity. Vinified with traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel followed by extended aging in a high proportion of new French oak, the wine displays the depth and vinosity expected of this esteemed climat. The final assembly represents a deliberate, terroir-first philosophy that prioritizes structural integrity and long-term evolutionary potential.