Wine in Montrachet

Puligny-Montrachet - 7 parcels, 4ha 64a (11.47 acres)

t was a cold, drawn-out winter, some two degrees cooler than the average, though rainfall and sunshine were normal. There was one severe attack of frost on December 22nd, just before Christmas, which caused widespread damage on the upside of the main road from Beaune to Dijon. In many places the road is on higher ground, and the land dips before climbing up towards the premiers crus, thus causing a frost pocket. It is here, just as in 1985, that the damage has been done. Some vines have been killed outright; others managed a late push of vegetation which was either unproductive or far to late to be useful. This, and further depredations later in the season, have led to a crop some 25 percent or more less than the average (which is some 250,000 hectolitres, excluding generics, for the Côte d'Or).

Subtle citrus and nose. Flinty, mineral flavored. Very dry with lots of acidity.

Discover Marc Gagnard Chassagne Montrachet Rouge 2012 Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Discover Marc Gagnard Criots Batard Montr 2012 Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Discover Joseph Drouhin Batard Montrachet Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

There is a superb balance in this wine with good freshness. The finish has a long after-taste with light vanilla nuances.

Discover Philippe Colin Chassagne-Montrachet Premiere Cru Les Chenevottes 2012 Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Discover Michel Niellon Chass Mont Vergers 2011 Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Les Caillerets is located at the southern end of the village and sits above Les Champs Gain at an elevation between 250 and 280 meters. The name “Caillerets” refers to the chalky soil found here which contributes to the elegance and finesse typical of wines from this site, and is from vines planted between 1954 and 1987. Old vines contribute density and concentration to this white premier cru that is otherwise known for its elegance. It has aromas and flavors of yellow apples, white peach and with firm acidity and layered minerality. Aging in 30% new Burgundian pièce brings notes of vanilla and toast.

A full and complete wine. Tension and energy complement its aromas of white flowers and fresh fruits. Concentrated, precise and ethereal, definitely worthy of a Grand Cru.

There is a cool and restrained character to the pretty and well-layered mix of Granny Smith apples, acacia blossom and mineral reduction notes. The punchy and lightly mineral-inflected medium-bodied flavors possess good richness and volume on the refined, well-balanced and harmonious finish. A very solid villages.

Discover Jean-Marc Pillot Bourgogne “Les Grandes Terres” Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Discover Jean Chavy Puligny Montrachet Perrieres 2012 Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Totally classy and refined. There is a bit of a honeyed quality that gives the Puligny considerable textural richness and viscosity for a village level wine. A soft, seamless finish rounds things out in style. This is a gorgeous showing from Sauzet." (Elegant, Citrus, Mineral, Cream, Full-bodied)

On the palate, the wine is straightforward, with a nice texture and finesse. It has a long aftertaste where floral and gingerbread notes dominate.

Discover Philippe Colin Chass Mont Vergers 2012 Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Discover Michel Niellon Chass Mont Champ Gain 2011 Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Discover Michel Niellon Chassagne Montrachet Chaumees Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Elegant, clean and precise with exceptional balance. A true reflection of its terroir with mineral notes and excellent ageing potential.