Chassagne-Montrachet
1er Cru Blanchots
From tears of rain to tears of wine, a year as trying as it is moving! 2024 will be remembered… Marked by record rainfall and omnipresent humidity, it put winegrowers to the test. Despite vigilance and hard work in the vines, mildew took over, strongly impacting yields. Significant disparities appeared between terroirs: more draining soils were better able to resist disease pressure. Fortunately, after harvest, the quality of the wines came as a nice surprise. Freshness and radiance are there, offering a precious reward after a season of challenges.
Vineyard
It is quite similar with that of the Grand Cru Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet. The vines rest on a limestone bedrock from the Middle Jurassic, like all its neighbours. There is a small layer of very fine white clays and a light and well-draining slope which makes it possible to produce very elegant and well-made wines.
Control method: reasoned control
Manual harvest: 100%
Sol : Calcareous clay
Vinification
100% Chardonnay
100% whole berries
24h static settling
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations in oak barrels
18 months (whose 6 months in stainless steel tank)
100% oak barrels (30% of new oak)
13% vol.
Tasting
Tasting note
The nose opens with notes of white flowers and sweet spices. On the palate, it is direct and delicate, appealing for its subtlety and elegance.
Food pairings
It will go wonderfully with a beef shepherd's pie
temperature
12-14°C
2027-2036
