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Albert Bichot Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Les Malconsorts” 2018

France , Burgundy

Albert Bichot Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Les Malconsorts” 2018

0.75L | 13.5 %

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€339,95

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Pinot Noir

Albert Bichot

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Albert Bichot Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Les Malconsorts” 2018

Taste & Aging

Light

Bold

Smooth

Tannic

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidity

Complexity

Exceptionally complex

Drinking Window

Aging phase Until 2028

Ready to drink 2028 - 2038

Past peak After 2038

Aromas

Red cherries Raspberry Blackcurrant Subtle spices Oak Forest floor Truffle

Food Pairing

Beef tenderloin (with foie gras or truffle) Game in sauce Slow-cooked lamb shoulder Tournedos rossini with red wine jus

Vintage Report

2018 was an exceptional year, the warmest of the 21st century, with a perfect balance between ripeness and freshness. The healthy, aromatically rich grapes allowed for this Malconsorts to be vinified at the highest level.

Our Review

This is great. Like essentially all wines from Bichot, excellently integrated, juicy in style, young, with ripe red fruit, clean. Structurally, this could definitely age, but personally I'd enjoy it young (under 10 years). That way you get the best out of that typical Bichot style.

— Roel

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Albert Bichot Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Les Malconsorts” 2018 | Sublime neighbors of La Tâche

With barely 150 meters from Romanée-Conti and directly adjacent to La Tâche, Les Malconsorts is one of the most prestigious terroirs in Vosne-Romanée. This Premier Cru from Domaine du Clos Frantin (Albert Bichot) delivers an intense, layered Pinot Noir in the 2018 vintage that flawlessly combines power and silky finesse. A wine of aristocratic class, made for the long haul.

Origin and terroir – limestone, sun and history

The 4.35-hectare vineyard is located on a rendzina limestone soil, perfectly permeable and warm. The vines are 35 to 40 years old and benefit from exceptional sun exposure. The name “Malconsorts” refers to legal disputes over the ownership of this magnificent piece of land – no wonder, given its location between legends like La Tâche and Richebourg.

Vinification and aging – pure expression of varietal and place

The grapes are hand-picked and strictly selected. Fermentation and maceration take place in thermoregulated wooden vats and last 18 to 21 days. Afterwards, the wine ages for 16 to 17 months in French oak barrels, 35 to 40% of which are new wood, to provide structure and depth without overshadowing the terroir.

2018 Vintage – sun-ripened and perfectly balanced

2018 was an exceptional year: the warmest of the 21st century, with a perfect balance between ripeness and freshness. The healthy, aromatically rich grapes made it possible to vinify cuvées such as this Malconsorts at a top level. Albert Bichot chose to keep the aging shorter and more precise, so that the fruit and finesse were optimally expressed.

Tasting notes

Refined, complex nose with red cherries, raspberry, blackcurrant, subtle spices and a hint of oak. On the palate, soft, layered and powerful, with ripe tannins and a velvety structure. The finish is long, mineral and incredibly elegant. A Premier Cru with Grand Cru aspirations.

Serving suggestions

Serving temperature: 16–17 °C
Excellent with beef tenderloin (preferably with foie gras or truffle), game in sauce, or slow-cooked lamb shoulder.
Dish tip: tournedos Rossini with red wine jus.

Aging potential

Minimum 10 years, with potential up to 20 years in an optimal cellar.

Awards

Decanter World Wine Awards: 97/100 – Platinum
Jasper Morris: 93–96/100
Tim Atkin: 95/100

Product details

Availability	Only 6 in stock!
Alcohol content	13.5%
Vintage	2018
Size	0.75L
Region	Burgundy
Sub-region	Côte de Nuits
Appellation	Vosne-Romanée
Producer	Albert Bichot
Varietal(s)	Pinot Noir
Oak aging	Yes, 16 to 17 months in French oak barrels, 35 to 40% of which are new wood.
Ideal serving temperature ?	16° - 17°C
Storage at perfecte wijn	Air conditioned at 18°c