Chassagne-Montrachet Wines
While both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are produced within the Chassagne-Montrachet Wine Region, it’s the white wines that are considered some of the best in the world according to our Chassagne-Montrachet Wine Reviews. Located in the Côte de Beaune, the southern area of the Côte d’Or, the unique balance of terroir, proper natural drainage, climate and low yields can lead to astoundingly intense and complex wines. With 55 premier crus and 3 grand crus, the wines from this region are consistently some of the highest rated in our Chassagne-Montrachet Wine Ratings. One of the most famous grand cru sites is Le Montrachet, which produces wines from 100% Chardonnay and is shared with the neighboring village of Puligny-Montrachet. These wines have an elegant harmony of intense fruit, minerality, smoke and delicate, toasty flavors imparted by oak barrel fermentation and aging. Our Chassagne-Montrachet Wine Guide illustrates some of the top wines as well as the best values throughout the region.
Bouchard Pere & Fils 2005 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $48
A wood-dominated wine, with spice and toast. The citrus and white fruit element is very much subdued. The aftertaste continues on the same theme—dry tannins from the wood. Give it a few months and the balance should be better.
— R.V.
(12/1/2006)
Joseph Drouhin 2004 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $46
This soft wine shows fresh, easy acidity and pineapple flavors. The wine opens fully in the mouth; it’s like a sunburst of fruit and citrus, with just a touch of wood.
— R.V.
(12/1/2006)
Domaine Lamy-Pillot 2004 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $49
A fruit-driven wine that balances a flinty character with flavors of green plums. It is fresh, light, poised, crisp and green.
— R.V.
(12/1/2006)
Moillard 2005 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $39
Deliciously fresh and creamy, this wine rolls around the mouth with its smooth, ripe texture. There are flavors of almonds, some toast from wood, and just enough acidity. The aftertaste is soft.
— R.V.
(3/1/2007)
Henri de Villamont 2005 Clos St-Jean Premier Cru Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $50
Super-ripe, and powerful, with an edge of new wood, but mainly dominated by apricots and rich white fruits. It’s big and ripe, just keeping on the right side of blowsy.
— R.V.
(8/1/2007)
Maison Champy 2006 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
Peaches, apricots and pineapple show well in this full-bodied wine. There is some good structure as well, coming from fresh, green apples. The wood is spicy, giving an exotic edge of nutmeg. Drink now.
— R.V.
(5/1/2009)
Olivier Leflaive 2006 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $50
White and tropical fruits dominate this powerful wine. It has earthiness, an edge of rusticity that comes from its youth. Persistent toast and spice give richness as well as some structure, followed by green plum juice and fresh, crisp white currants.
— R.V.
(5/1/2009)
Chanson Père et Fils 2006 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $80
A wine that is soft, rounded, ready to drink. It is without concentration or great acidity, but the white and light green fruits are delicious, giving an open character that is framed by toasty flavors and some spice.
— R.V.
(5/1/2009)
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