CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET 1er Cru Grande Montagne 2011

This name derives from the vineyard located in the top of a mount.

Story

Location
Production area : 8,26 ha
Altitude : 300-350 m
Terroir
This terroir is included in the forest of Chassagne-Montrachet to indicate the upper part of the South hillside of Chassagne-Montrachet. The soil is marly limestone, the slope is gently for an effective drainage. Terroir late enough, the wine is elegant and structured.
Soil : Limestone, Marl
In the vineyard
Wine-Growing method : Sustainable
Harvest: 100 % manual
Vinification
At their arrival in our cellar, the grapes are immediately and carefully pressed with a pneumatic press .
100 % destemmed grapes.
Finning: yes
Ageing
16 months (whose 6 months in stainless steel tank)
100 % oak barrels (whose 20 % of new oak)
Varietals
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content: 13 ABV
Age of vines: 20 years years old

Advice

Serving
Serving temperature : 12-14°C
Should be drunk between 2015 and 2020
Tasting notes
A wine with beautiful aromas, notes of exotic fruits and candied lemon.
Food and wine pairings
Ideal with fish skewers, crayfish, veal filet mignon.