Au pied du Mont Chauve - Chassagne-Montrachet - White - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 White Chassagne-Montrachet showcases the full potential of Chardonnay in this exceptional vintage. Notes of butter, hazelnut, fine oak, and dried fruits come together with precision and elegance. On the palate, it offers richness and depth, with a creamy texture and a beautifully balanced, rounded character. Already drinking well, this is a generous, approachable wine crafted in a style that highlights the best of the Côte de Beaune. Rated 94/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested grapes are pressed whole using a pneumatic press, followed by overnight settling in stainless steel tanks at 12°C. Fermentation and ageing take place on the lees over 18 months, including 12 months in oak: 10% new barrels, 50% one-wine barrels from Damy cooperage, 30% in a 2018 Rousseau foudre, and 10% in older Burgundy barrels from Stockinger cooperage. The wine is then aged an additional 6 months in stainless steel tanks before being bottled at the estate.

The parcels, known as "Chassagne du bas," are located in the northern part of the appellation and span 2.40 hectares, including Houillères, Pierres, and Plantes St-Aubin. The vines are cultivated biodynamically (uncertified), ensuring respect for the terroir and its natural balance.

Color:

Bright golden yellow.

Nose:

A beautifully mature wine with floral notes mixed with toasty, toasted, roasted hazelnut and fresh butter accents.

Palate:

Rich and generous, with indulgent ripe fruit flavours, this cuvée delivers a highly enjoyable wine. Its creamy texture is complemented by impressive concentration, refined structure, and remarkable finesse.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

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

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030 and beyond for enthusiasts.

With exceptional parcels in Chassagne, Puligny, and Corton, this high-end estate crafts true gems with expertly controlled ageing. Its limited and carefully curated range highlights the terroir of Chassagne-Montrachet, which the Picard family has been cultivating with dedication for over 70 years.