Vosne-Romanee Domaine du Clos Frantin 2017 of Maison Albert Bichot is one of the top expressions of both Burgundy and Pinot Noir, as it comes from one of the most famous villages, Vosne-Romanee, but also from one of the most famous and great houses of Burgundy, Maison Albert Bichot.
Maison Albert Bichot is one of the oldest houses in Burgundy, with a history dating back to 1831, which has a dual role, it acts as a Negociant and has its own vineyards. The role of Negociants is very important in the history of Burgundy. According to Napoleon's law, vines inherited from generation to generation are shared equally among all beneficiaries. This led to the fragmentation of the land and so there are vineyards that are very small in size, but of great importance, which if it were not for the Negociants, to buy their grapes, they would probably have been abandoned now. Bichot family was one of the first Negociants to have their own vineyards and winery. The family was born in the Cote de Beaune, with a huge history in wine and has now spread throughout Burgundy, Chablis, and Beaujolais, having cooperating vine growers in the best sites and villages.
The mythical village of Vosne-Romanee is one of the smallest but most famous villages of Burgundy, responsible for some of the best and rarest wines of Burgundy and the world. The grapes for the Vosne-Romanee Domaine du Clos Frantin 2017 of Maison Albert Bichot come from the Damaudes and Maizières vineyards, from 30-40 years-old vines. The harvest is done by hand and then the wine is fermented in oak tanks. The wine ages in French oak barrels, 20% -30% new, for 14-16 months. The result for the exceptional year of 2017 is elegant, with lacy tannins and juicy fruit.
Vosne-Romanee Domaine du Clos Frantin 2017 of Maison Albert Bichot proves that Burgundy rightly cause frenzy and hit such prices.
