Montagny 1er Cru
Situation
Côte Chalonnaise
Level
AOC Premier Cru
Grape variety
Chardonnay
At the southern tip of the Côte Chalonnaise, these vineyards form an amphitheatre on the slopes of 4 communes including Montagny-lès-Buxy. This 865-acre appellation, which boasts 512 acres of Premier Cru vineyards, is exclusively devoted to the production of Chardonnay.
It was the Romans who first planted vines in the region. From the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, "Côte de Buxy " had a reputation and it is said they were the favourite wines of the monks at the Cluny abbey.
Tasting
Flattering nose featuring aromas of white-fleshed fruit and brioche, underscored by slight toasted notes. On the palate, this soft, round wine is balanced by pleasing mineral tautness that lends considerable freshness. Its long finish is fragrant and delectable.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with finely prepared fish and seafood, or with grilled or stewed white meats and poultry.
Recipe suggestion: seafood gratin
Serving and keeping
Serve between 11 and 13°C (52-55°F).
To taste young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years and more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Calcareous clay soil that tends to be marly
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: On fine lees in oak barrels (15 to 20% new barrels)
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 12 to 14 months
James Suckling.com (February 12th, 2019)
2017 Burgundy : A nuanced, terroir-driven vintage: 91/100
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