Domaine Francois Carillon Chassagne Montrachet Blanc 2022, 750ml

100% Chardonnay from village-level parcels in Chassagne-Montrachet (principally Les Voillenots Dessous and Les Voillenots Dessus) on clay-limestone soils, vines averaging 40 years. The grapes are hand-harvested, pneumatically pressed whole cluster, and cold settled before alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in oak barrels. Malolactic completed. Aged 12 months in oak barrels using 15-20% new wood followed by 6 months in stainless steel.

Tasting Note:

Aromas show yellow peach and ripe lemon along with hazelnut and chalk notes. The palate delivers medium-full body and concentration with creamy texture and fresh acidity. Overall impression is one of balanced richness and persistent minerality reflecting the sunny harmonious vintage character in Côte de Beaune Chardonnay.

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Region: Chassagne Montrachet

Variety: Chardonnay

Rating: Jasper Morris 92-93