Au pied du Mont Chauve - Chassagne-Montrachet - Blanc - 2021

Wine:

The 2021 white Chassagne-Montrachet exudes fully mature Chardonnay! With its notes of butter and fine oak, hazelnut, and dried fruits, it charms effortlessly. The rich, ripe, and indulgent structure reflects the same level of care, offering volume, a round and creamy profile with a lot of finesse; it's a very pleasant wine, already well-opened, crafted in a rich and unifying style. A beautiful expression of the Côte de Beaune and a Chassagne that fulfills all its promises! Rated 93/100 by the Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, whole bunches pressed.
Aged 18 months on lees, including 10 months in wood (pièces bourguignonnes and foudres).

Color:

Beautiful bright golden yellow color.

Nose:

Very seductive and typical Chardonnay, with notes of butter, hazelnut and dried fruit.

Palate:

Pleasing, rich and open, this cuvée's unifying style unfurls a round, creamy juice. A fine expression of the Côte de Beaune!

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Fine charcuterie, fish or poultry in sauce, foie gras, cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030, and even longer for enthusiasts.

"Au pied du Mont Chauve" represents the high fashion selection of the Picard family: cuvées from prestigious Burgundy terroirs, made from vines grown biodynamically and tended as if they were Grand Crus.

Owning the finest parcels in Chassagne, Puligny, and Corton, this high fashion address, featured in the RVF Guide, crafts true gems with perfectly controlled aging. A confidential and focused range that highlights the refinement of Chassagne-Montrachet, which the Picard family has been cultivating for over 70 years.