Presentation
Founded in 1859, Domaine Jean Chartron is a historic reference in Puligny-Montrachet. For five generations, the Chartron family has cultivated one of the most beautiful viticultural heritages of Côte de Beaune, with 14 hectares of vines, mostly classified as Premiers and Grands Crus. The estate has several exceptional monopolies: Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos de la Pucelle Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos du Cailleret Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Clos des Chevaliers (monopoly since 1917) Jean-Michel Chartron and his sister Anne-Laure perpetuate reasoned viticulture, with careful soil work and precise vinifications, favoring the pure expression of Chardonnay. The wines stand out for their elegance, mineral tension, and remarkable aging capacity.
Location
This beautiful vineyard is the first in its appellation, nestled just behind the Montrachet hillside, at the edge of the woods facing Les Champs Gain.
Terroir
Clay-limestone soils.
In the vineyard
Natural grass cover maintained after harvest until the end of March. Compost and organo-mineral amendments are applied in late autumn to early winter. Poussard pruning from replanting for better sap flow management. Light soil scratching, mechanical inter-row hoeing, and manual weeding around vine bases. Canopy trimming to 1.30 meters.
Harvest
Manual harvest.
Winemaking
Fermentation in oak barrels (25% new oak / 75% barrels aged 1 to 5 years).
Ageing
Aged on fine lees for 12 months in oak barrels, followed by 4 months in tanks.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Production volume : 90000
Age of vines : 60 ans years old
Serving
Serving Temperature: 13 to 15°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
Its radiant golden juice is matched only by its explosive aromatics—jasmine and lily dominate, all about sensuality and finesse. On the palate, the texture is tactile and still tightly wrapped in the stony grip of its limestone terroir.
Food pairings
Enjoy this wine with lightly seared langoustines.
