Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Morgeot" White 2020

Varietal

100% Chardonnay

Terroir and Vinification

The Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Morgeot" plot lies mid-slope with a south-easterly exposure.

Clay limestone stony soil. Sustainable agriculture with plowing of the vineyard and thinning out of the leaves. 

Manual harvest. Usage of a sorting table, destemming and fermentation in stainless steel thermoregulated vats. Fermentation in oak barrels with complete malolactic fermentation.

Ageing in oak barrels (half new, half used) for 10 months.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: bright gold color

Nose: aromas of mango and menthol, sustained by notes of almonds and toasted bread.

Palate: ample, full body and elegant. Long and fresh finish.

Wine and Food Pairing

Ideal with white meats, scallops carpaccio, shellfishes, shrimps and goat cheeses.

Service temperature : 11 to 13°C (50 to 54°F)

Cellaring potential

5-7 years