Domaine Lecheneaut Vosne Romanee 2016

Domaine Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée 2016 is a village-level Burgundy Pinot Noir from Vosne-Romanée in a 750ml bottle at approximately 14% ABV. Sourced from vines aged 60 to 70 years old, this 2016 vintage carries an aggregated critics score of 90 points on Wine-Searcher, reflecting consistent quality from one of the appellation's respected family domaines.

Quick Facts: ABV: ~14%  |  Origin: Vosne-Romanée, Burgundy, France  |  Vintage: 2016  |  Varietal: Pinot Noir  |  Domaine: Lecheneaut

Production & Heritage

Domaine Lecheneaut is a family-run estate in Nuits-Saint-Georges that farms organically and deliberately limits yields to concentrate flavor in each vintage. For the village Vosne-Romanée, the Lecheneauts de-stem the majority of the harvest but retain roughly 20 percent as whole clusters, followed by a pre-fermentation cold soak of three to six days. Fermentation takes place in cement vats over 15 to 21 days with gentle pneumatic pigeage for extraction, and the wine ages for at least 18 months in a combination of barrels and experimental demi-muids with varying proportions of new oak — a regimen that builds structure without overwhelming the fruit.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh strawberry and cherry lead into subtle oak-derived vanilla and light tobacco. A second pass reveals an earthy undercurrent of mushroom and damp forest floor, signaling the influence of the old vines and Vosne-Romanée terroir.

Taste: The entry is bright with red cherry and wild strawberry, giving the wine immediate lift. At mid-palate, darker plum and black cherry tones emerge alongside fine-grained tannins and a mineral thread. Spice and a touch of leather add complexity as the wine opens up in the glass.

Finish: Medium to long, with persistent minerality and a gentle grip that tightens just enough to invite another sip. Lingering notes of red fruit and a faint earthiness echo well after the wine has been swallowed.

How to Drink Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée

Serve at 60–64°F (16–18°C) in a large-bowled Burgundy glass; decanting for 30 to 45 minutes will allow the aromatics to fully develop. At seven-plus years from vintage, this 2016 is drinking in a rewarding window now, though it should continue to evolve gracefully for several more years in a properly stored cellar.

Best For

• Burgundy collectors exploring village-level Vosne-Romanée from a strong vintage
• A special anniversary or milestone dinner with roasted poultry or game
• Gifting a wine enthusiast who appreciates old-vine Pinot Noir
• Side-by-side tastings comparing Vosne-Romanée producers or Côte de Nuits terroirs

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée 2016 taste like? It leads with bright red cherry and strawberry before darker plum and earthy notes of mushroom and leather develop, supported by fine tannins and a persistent mineral finish.

How does Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée compare to Domaine A.-F. Gros Vosne-Romanée Clos de la Fontaine? Both are village-level Vosne-Romanée wines, but Lecheneaut's partial whole-cluster inclusion and old-vine sourcing tend to emphasize earthiness and structural grip. Domaine A.-F. Gros Clos de la Fontaine is a monopole vineyard wine that typically presents a slightly more polished, fruit-forward profile.

Is Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée 2016 good for cellaring? Yes — the combination of old-vine concentration, fine tannin structure, and the strength of the 2016 Burgundy vintage suggests it can continue to develop positively for several more years under proper storage conditions.

Where is Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée made? Domaine Lecheneaut is based in Nuits-Saint-Georges in the Côte de Nuits sub-region of Burgundy, France, and the grapes for this wine come from village-level vineyards within the Vosne-Romanée appellation.

What foods pair well with Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée 2016? Roast duck breast complements the wine's red-fruit and earthy profile. Braised rabbit or coq au vin echoes its savory depth. Aged Comté or Époisses cheese highlights the minerality. Mushroom risotto mirrors the earthy undertones. Grilled quail with thyme aligns with the wine's spice and subtle herbal character.

What sizes does Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle; larger formats may exist for select vintages but are not widely documented for the 2016.

Is Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée 2016 worth the price? It positions as a mid-tier village Burgundy — more affordable than premier cru or grand cru Vosne-Romanée bottlings while delivering old-vine depth and the prestige of one of Burgundy's most celebrated communes, making it a strong value within the appellation.

Why Lecheneaut Vosne-Romanée 2016?

The 2016 vintage in Burgundy is widely regarded as a year that combined freshness with concentration, and this village cuvée captures that balance through fruit sourced from vines aged 60 to 70 years. Domaine Lecheneaut's organic practices and restrained approach to extraction — pneumatic pigeage rather than aggressive pump-overs — preserve the transparency of site that Vosne-Romanée is known for. The partial whole-cluster fermentation adds a subtle structural spine without masking the primary fruit. For drinkers seeking authentic, terroir-driven village Burgundy from a respected family domaine in a proven vintage, this is a bottle that justifies close attention.