2021 - Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Cailleret, Paul Pillot

Country: France |
Region: Burgundy |
Appellation: Chassagne-Montrachet |
Producer: Paul Pillot |
Classification: Premier Cru |
Colour: White |
ABV: 13% |
In Bond Incl. VAT

Tasting Notes

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Vinous Neal Martin - 05 Jan 23
The 2021 Chassagne-Montrachet Caillerets 1er Cru was impacted by the snow and frost, up to 80% lost. It has a superb bouquet with wonderful mineralité and definition. The palate has beguiling symmetry, poised and full of energy, with a lovely sour lemon n
Drinking Date: 2024 - 2038
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Chassagne-Montrachet

Chassagne-Montrachet, a prestigious Burgundy appellation in Côte de Beaune, is famed for both white and red wines. Its Chardonnay wines are renowned for richness, complexity, and balance, featuring ripe stone fruits, citrus, nuts, and minerality. Top white wines come from Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, and Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru vineyards. The Pinot Noir reds are structured and elegant, with red berries, spice, and earthy notes. Notable producers include Domaine Leflaive, Domaine Ramonet, and Domaine Jean-Noël Gagnard, all celebrated for expressing the terroir's unique character.