Chassagne-Montrachet

Chassagne-Montrachet is one of Burgundy 's most prestigious wine regions and ranks among the world's top winemakers for both white and red wines. Located in the Côte de Beaune , the appellation is particularly renowned for its exceptional Chardonnay , alongside its refined, high-quality Pinot Noir . Chassagne-Montrachet is known for wines that combine power, structure, and elegance with excellent aging potential.

What is Chassagne-Montrachet?

Chassagne-Montrachet is a French appellation in Burgundy that produces wines from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The appellation is unique in its ability to produce both great white and red wines, a rarity at this quality level. The white wines, in particular, are considered the benchmark worldwide for complex, oak-aged Chardonnay with finesse.

Why is Chassagne-Montrachet so famous? Its combination of top-quality terroir, prestigious vineyards, and Chardonnay of exceptional quality and aging potential.

Location and history

Chassagne-Montrachet is located in the Côte de Beaune, in southern Burgundy, directly bordering Puligny-Montrachet and Santenay . The appellation has a long winemaking history and has made a name for itself primarily for the quality of its white wines, which are internationally compared to the finest white wines in the world.

Historical features:

• Centuries-old wine-growing tradition
• Strong focus on plot quality
• International reputation for Chardonnay
• Close ties with famous neighboring appellations

Vineyards and terroir

The terroir of Chassagne-Montrachet is complex and varied, which is immediately reflected in the style of the wines.

Key terroir characteristics:

• Calcareous soils with marl and clay
• South and southeast facing slopes
• Height differences that maintain freshness
• Good drainage for concentrated grapes
• Protected climate with sufficient sun

The combination of soil and exposure produces wines with depth, tension and structure.

Classification and famous vineyards

Chassagne-Montrachet has a clear hierarchy within the Burgundian classification.

Grand Cru

• Montrachet
• Bâtard-Montrachet

Premier Cru (selection)

• Les Caillerets
• Les Chenevottes
• Clos Saint-Jean
• La Maltroie
• Morgeot

These vineyards produce wines of great complexity and longevity.

Grapes and style

White wine from Chassagne-Montrachet

• Chardonnay is dominant
• Rich and powerful, but always with freshness
• Clear minerality
• Subtle to clear wood influence
• Great storage potential

Red wine from Chassagne-Montrachet

• Pinot Noir
• Slightly firmer and earthier than in Volnay
• Structure and spiciness
• Suitable for maturing

Stylistic features:
• Power and finesse in balance
• Clear expression of terroir
• Long aftertaste
• Gastronomic deployability

Vinification and maturation

Most white wines from Chassagne-Montrachet are traditionally vinified with oak aging.

• Fermentation and maturation in oak
• Regular batonnage with white
• Long maturation for complexity
• Focus on balance between fruit, wood and acids

With red wines the emphasis is on structure and refinement.

Storage and serving

Storage potential:
• White Premier Cru and Grand Cru: 10–20+ years
• Red wines: 8–15 years

Serving temperature:
• White wine: 12–14 degrees
• Red wine: 16–17 degrees

Decanting:
• Young white top wines: briefly aerate
• Red wines: 1 hour for young vintages

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