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Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru 2017 Cailleret - Louis Latour
Village: Chassagne-Montrachet
Appellation: Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru
Grape variety: Chardonnay
The Vine
Average age: 30 years old
Subsoil: Clay and limestone
Average yield: 40 hl/ha
Harvest : Manual
Consumption :
Callaring potential : 5-7 years
Serving temperature: 12-14° C
Description :
Chassagne-Montrachet, located south of Puligny-Montrachet on the Côte de Beaune, is mainly known for its whites. This wine has been selected as one of the best climats of Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru. On a very stony hillside, the "Cailleret" has an excellent exposure, which ensures a perfect maturity before the harvest. Moreover this name comes from the word "Caille" which has the same origin as the word "cailloux" (pebbles).
Vinification & Maturing :
Traditional fermentation in oak barrels, 100% malolactic.
Maturing: 8 to 10 months in oak barrels, 50% new
Tonnellerie Louis Latour, French oak, medium toast
Tasting note :
This Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Cailleret" 2017 develops beautiful aromas of vanilla and honeysuckle. The powerful mouth reveals tasty toasted and almond notes. Beautiful length and a very pleasant mineral finish.
Food/wine pairing : Fine charcuterie - fish - shellfish - goat cheese.
Data sheet
| Partner Areas | Yes |
|---|---|
| Recoverable VAT | Yes |
| Colour | Dry white |
| Format | Bottle (75cl) |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Volume | 12,50 % vol - 75 cl |
| Appellation | Chassagne-Montrachet |
| Level | Perfect |
| Label | Perfect |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Maturity | To keep |
| Burgundy Classification | Premiers Crus |
| Domains of Burgundy | Louis Latour |
Red
Dry white
Sweet
Sparkling
Sparkling rosé
Red
Dry White
Red
Dry White
Red
Dry White
Sweet
Red
Dry white
Sweet
Rosé
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