2019 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Maltroie, Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard

La Maltroie is located just up the road from the winery, near the heart of the village. The domaine owns two parcels, one of 0.56 hectares and the other 0.17 hectares. Céline says it is always approachable, and in 2019 it is bursting with zesty fresh lemon. The palate is salty, noticeably weighted with a satisfying depth, and a persistent finish.

Critic score
90/100
Pricing
In bond
Duty paid
Bottle
In stock
£50.68
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Case, 6 Bottles
In stock
£304.08
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WINE DETAILS

  • Region & country
    La Maltroie (1er Cru), Chassagne-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
  • Maturity
    Ready 2021 - 2028
  • Colour
    White
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • Classification
    Premier Cru
2019 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Maltroie, Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard

TASTING NOTES

The 2019 Chassagne-Montrachet Maltroye 1er Cru has a fragrant, chalk dust scented bouquet that opens nicely with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a lightly spiced opening, touches of orange rind and marmalade lending a welcome tanginess. It might not be a long-term Chassagne, though it is thoroughly enjoyable. 14.10% alcohol.

Neal Martin, vinous.com (December 2020)
90/100
Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard

One of Burgundy’s most charming domaines, Fontaine-Gagnard is run by Celine Fontaine, with her parents Richard Fontaine and Laurence Gagnard. Richard founded the estate when he married Laurence: his first vintage was 1985, produced from his inlaws’ vineyards. However, this nearly never happened: the first time they met, he almost misidentified the 1978 Montrachet, the estate’s crown jewel, as Aligoté, due to its high acidity. Fortunately he kept his mouth shut, and Fontaine-Gagnard was born.

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