Description
Le Montrachet Grand Cru covers only 8 hectares between Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet. This particular area was known during the 13th century as ‘Mont Rachas’.’La rache’ in the Burgundian dialect is commonly known as ringworm, a skin disease that causes hair loss. This baldness gives its name to the bare and stony hillside, which grew only thorny bushes until vines were planted. The terroir of Montrachet is a notable exception because its brown soils, usually reserved for Pinot Noir, transform here the Chardonnay into one of the greatest white wines in the world. The east exposure captures sunlight later in the evening. These factors are critical to achieve optimal ripeness. Our grapes come from a parcel with an area of 0.80 hectares which extends from the top to the bottom of the slope in the central part of North Montrachet, situated on the Puligny-Montrachet side.
Vinification & Ageing
Fermentation
Traditional in oak barrels with complete malolactic fermentation
Ageing
10 to 12 months ageing in oak barrels, 100% new
Barrels
Louis Latour cooperage, french oak, medium toasted
Wine tasting
Tasting Note
Our Montrachet Grand Cru 2020 presents a pale yellow hue with hints of gold. Intense on the nose, it reveals aromas of vanilla, freshly peeled almonds and honeysuckle. The round and ample mouthfeel is characterized by notes of stone fruits, almonds and toasted bread. A very long aromatic persistence and a nice note of salinity on the finish.
Food Pairing
Great shellfish – lobster – fish – foie gras
Press review
Montrachet Grand Cru 2020 – James Suckling – 98/100 pts
Montrachet Grand Cru 2020 – Burghound.com – 92-94/100 pts
Montrachet Grand Cru 2020 – Wine Spectator Insider – August 2022 – 96/100 – Hot Wine
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