2022 Pierre Vincent Girardin Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes
The 2022 Pierre Vincent Girardin Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Chenevottes" is an exquisite and intensely mineral-driven white Burgundy. Pierre Vincent Girardin is a rising star in the region, known for his unique winemaking approach that focuses on preserving freshness and terroir expression. The "Les Chenevottes" vineyard, located next to the famed Le Montrachet Grand Cru, is celebrated for producing wines of remarkable purity. This 2022 vintage displays a subtle reduction and a complex bouquet of white flowers, pear, and toasted nuts. On the palate, it is vibrant and precise, with a satiny texture and a core of fruit that is brilliantly balanced by a precise, mineral-infused tension. This is a wine that expertly combines power with finesse, offering a beautiful representation of its pedigree and an excellent aging potential.
Technical Sheet:
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Producer: Pierre Vincent Girardin
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Wine: Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Chenevottes"
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Vintage: 2022
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Region: Burgundy, France
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Appellation: Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru
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Grape: 100% Chardonnay
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Terroir: Clay and limestone soils. The vineyard is located on a flat plot below the Les Vergers vineyard and benefits from an eastern exposure.
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Viticulture: Grapes are hand-harvested from plots located on the Côte de Beaune. The domaine works with organic practices.
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Vinification: Grapes are gently pressed, and fermentation is with native yeasts. The producer uses a large, 456-liter barrel size to limit wood influence and preserve freshness. The wine is aged on the fine lees without stirring.
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Aging: Aged in 456-liter oak barrels for approximately 11 months, followed by 6 months in steel tanks.
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Sulfites: Contains sulfites. Wines are generally bottled without fining or filtration.
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Alcohol: Approx. 13%
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