1er Cru, Montagny, AOC Montagny Premier Cru, Blanc, 2021

Appellation that separates the villages of Buxy, Montagny les Buxy, Jully les Buxy and St Vallerin

Story

Location
Production area : 215,13 ha
Altitude : 290-370 m
Terroir
Located at the southern end of the Côte Chalonnaise, the Montagny AOC only produces Chardonnay. Blending of different cuvées vinified separately from Bonneveaux, Garchère, vigne Couland , Sur le Cloux, Champ Toizeaux.
Sol : Calcareous clay, 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% whole grapes
Finning: yes
Filtration : yes
Ageing
16 months (whose 4 months in stainless steel tank)
100% oak barrels (whose 10% of new oak)
Varietals
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content: 13 ABV
Age of vines: 50 years old

Advice

Serving
Serving temperature : 10-12°C
Should be drunk between 2022 and 2029
Tasting notes
A wine with sunny and ripe aromas, endowed with an ample, round and succulent mouthfeel. The finish is juicy with a nice acidity.
Food and wine pairings
Ideal with pike terrine, crayfish gratin, frog legs with parsley.

Reviews

"A classic Montagny nose of freshness and slight sherbet. A little roundness but fresh and really delicious too with a great, widening, finish – that’s a great wine for the label."
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