Presentation
Chassagne-Montrachet is one of the world’s top references for Chardonnay. Its poor, limestone-rich soils lend the wines assertive minerality and tautness that are complemented by richness and complexity that is developed through ageing and over time. Our Chassagne embodies the expression of these characteristics.
Terroir
This terroir is renowned for its Pinot Noirs, though is most famous for being the "Golden Triangle" for Chardonnay, delimited by the Meursault, Chassagne-Montrachet and Puligny-Montrachet appellations, which produce the world’s most sought-after white Grand Crus. The grapes are sourced from a plot called “Les Champs de Morjot”, located south of the village, at an altitude of approximately 230 m, below “Les Boudriottes” and “Les Morgeots”. The soil contains both marls and pebbles, which lend the wine perfect balance between depth and minerality.
Winemaking
The grapes were hand-harvested and slowly pressed as whole clusters. After light settling, the musts were transferred to oak barrels for fermentation. Ageing, which began with a few light stirrings of the lees, is currently continuing in barrels, 20% of which are new.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13 % vol.
Production volume : 1479 BOTTLES
Contains sulphites.
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Tasting
Very pale golden colour with a bright appearance. The nose is refined and highly expressive, with an intense lift, combining indulgent pastry notes of frangipane, fresh brioche and a hint of crème brûlée, followed by fresh fruit nuances (rhubarb, greengage plum) and barley sugar. The palate impresses with an attack that is at once ample, lively and fresh, supported by remarkable balance. The harmony between richness and tension is beautifully expressed, leading to a finish subtly marked by a delicate mineral bitterness.
Food pairings
Ideal with seared scallops, creamy poultry dishes or fish in a light sauce, enhancing its richness and fine tension.
Reviews
Jancis Robinson