Presentation
Located in Chassagne-Montrachet, Domaine Fontaine Gagnard is a family estate that has established itself among the great references of Côte de Beaune. Founded in 1985, it spans 12 hectares, mainly in the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation, with some parcels in Volnay and Pommard. The Fontaine family works their vines with care, applying sustainable viticulture and limiting interventions to preserve the integrity of the terroir. Harvesting is exclusively manual, and vinifications are carried out with precision, favoring fermentations with indigenous yeasts and aging on lees in oak barrels. The Chassagne-Montrachet wines from the estate stand out for their balance between richness and minerality, offering a pure expression of Chardonnay with aromas of white fruits, flowers, and great depth. A must for lovers of great white Burgundy wines.
Location
Three parcels facing southeast and southwest. Total surface area: 43 ares 11 centiares, planted between 1930 and 1986.
Terroir
Callovian oolitic limestone with brown calcareous soil enriched with clay and silt. Approximately 10% gravel content. Altitude: 240–250 meters.
In the vineyard
Throughout the year, from pruning onward, the estate devotes careful attention to its vines to ensure the highest possible quality at harvest. This includes plowing, regular soil analysis, annual replacement of dead vines, and a sustainable approach to viticulture.
Harvest
Manual harvesting at full maturity.
Winemaking
Fermentation carried out with indigenous yeasts to preserve the authenticity of the terroir.
Ageing
Aged for 12 to 18 months in oak barrels, 30–40% of which are new.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 60 years old
Serving
Serving temperature: 10 to 12°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
This wine shows a serious and structured profile in its youth, gradually revealing notes of butter, honey, and dried fruits with time. Its mineral expression is notably more intense compared to the Criots cuvée, offering a deeper reflection of its limestone-rich terroir.
Visual appearance
Golden hue with brilliant clarity.
At nose
Butter, honey, dried fruits, and mineral undertones.
On the palate
Structured and serious in youth, evolving toward richness and finesse with age.
Food pairings
This elegant white wine pairs beautifully with classic French dishes such as pike quenelles, vol-au-vent, duck dodine, Morvan ham in cream sauce, or Bresse chicken with cream and morels. Its richness and minerality complement both delicate and creamy preparations.