Montagny
1er Cru
The season begins with a mild and dry winter, leading to an early start to the growing cycle. A significant episode of frost occurred on the Chardonnay on April 5 then on the Pinot Noir on April 14, causing a harvest loss (30% to 50%). A cooling at the beginning of June leads to capricious flowering. This causes runoff and further reduces yields while concentrating the aromas. The hot summer induces water stress in certain places which delays the maturity of the grapes. Because the berries are small and few number, the sugar level in the grapes is naturally high but the lack of water helped maintain good acidity.
Vineyard
Located at the southern end of the Côte Chalonnaise, the Montagny AOC only produces Chardonnay. Blending of different cuvées vinified separately from Bonneveaux, Perrières et Coères.
Wine-Growing method : sustainable
Harvest: 75 % manual, 25% mechanical
Sol : calcareous clay, Marl
Vinification
100% Chardonnay
At their arrival in our cellar, the grapes are immediately and carefully pressed with a pneumatic press .
25 % destemmed and 75% crushed grappe
Finning: yes
Filtration : yes
12 months (whose 5 months in stainless steel tank) 85 % oak barrels (whose 15% of new oak) and 15 % stainless steel tank
14% vol.
Tasting
Tasting note
Full and round on the palate with notes of minerality, spices and hazelnut. It is fresh and pleasing in the first two to three years with seven years aging potential.
Food pairings
Ideal with cheeses such as the goat's milk cheeses, le Beaufort, le Comté, l'Emmental or le Saint-Paulin.
temperature
10-12°C
