2023 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Maltroie, Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard

2023 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Maltroie, Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard

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La Maltroie is located just up the road from the winery, near the heart of the village. The domaine owns two parcels of old vines of up to 70 years old, one of 0.56 hectares and the other 0.17 hectares. Céline says it is always approachable from early on, and is hence one of the first Premiers Crus to be bottled. It has once again outstanding purity and freshness in 2023, the fruit of not only an excellent growing season but a master in control of her art. Packed full of fresh, peachy fruit, this is finely balanced and precise with a long, moreish saline finish. A top pick.

Critic score
92/100 info

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Wine details

  • Region & country
    France
  • Grape
    Chardonnay
  • Maturity
    Young 2026 - 2034info
  • Colour
    White
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • Classification
    Premier Cru

Tasting notes

The 2023 Chassagne-Montrachet Maltroye 1er Cru has a "buttoned-down" nose that demands coaxing to reveal its yellow fruit, hazelnut and light orange rind scents. The palate is well balanced and opens up wonderfully with aeration, displaying a touch of orange rind, spice and smokiness on the finish. It's quite mercurial and, to my senses, fascinating.

Neal Martin, vinous.com (January 2025)
92/100

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