Chassagne-Montrachet
1er Cru Dents de Chien
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This name derives from a vineyard located below a sharp rock, which looks like the canine of dog.
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Vineyard
A part of this terroir has been integrated in Montrachet in 1921.
Wine-Growing method : Sustainable
Harvest: 100 % manual
Sol : Argilo-calcareous, calcareous
Production area
0,64 ha
Altitude
250-300 m
Average age of vines
20 years Vinification
100% Chardonnay
At their arrival in our cellar, the grapes are carefully sorted in order to keep only the healthy grapes at an optimal ripeness
100 % whole berries.
Finning : Yes
17 months (whose 5 months in stainless steel tank) 100 % oak barrels (whose 30 % of new oak)
13,5% vol.
Tasting
Tasting note
Dense nose of honeysuckle and honey. A precise, subtle, long and charming wine.
Food pairings
Ideal with choice fishes, seafood cooked in sauce, poultries and white meats.
Serving
temperature
temperature
12-14°C
Should be drunk between
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