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.
Xavier Monnot 2006 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $71
Intense green plum, topped with pineapple sweetness and acidity, give this wine fine density of flavor. The fruit dominates, the wood a hint in the background, just offering some extra spice. There is a lively, juicy green and white fruit freshness to the finish.
— R.V.
(5/1/2009)
Michel Picard 2006 Clos Saint Jean Premier Cru Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $80
The wood is too much for the fruit with this wine. At this stage in its development, there is a bitter, high toast character that dominates the white fruits. Underneath all this toast, there are hints of fresh apples and cream flavors. Give it at least a year.
— R.V.
(5/1/2009)
Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $65
Aromas of ripe yellow fruits announce a wine that has rich fruit flavors of apricots touched by pineapple. It does have the attractive, nervy texture of 2008, along with an important layer of toast.
— R.V.
(9/1/2011)
Roux Père et Fils 2009 Les Chaumes Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $56
Still very closed up, this austere wine has distinct aging potential, with its taut character, apple skin texture and hints of wood. It will need 3–4 years to show its best.
— R.V.
(9/1/2011)
Pierre André 2009 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
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A soft, perfumed wine, with yellow fruits, green plums and an orange zest texture. It is pure and fresh, emphasizing acidity as well as fruit. There is a delicious, fresh character to this ready-to-drink wine.
— R.V.
(12/31/2011)
Pierre André 2008 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
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Steely, mineral, structured, this is a terroir-driven wine. The wood, carefully balanced, supports this very textured character, while the pear and peach fruits add a further layer. It’s a wine for aging, with its rich acidity pushing it on its way.
— R.V.
(12/31/2011)
Louis Jadot 2009 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
- $50
Lush tropical fruits are laced with mineral acidity. The two are held in balance by the citrusy texture. The wine is fresh while also rich, the edge of wood showing as a smoky aftertaste.
— R.V.
(4/1/2012)
Roux Père et Fils 2010 Chardonnay (Chassagne-Montrachet)
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Taut and mineral, this is a chewy wine, with a dense texture of green apple skins. It has an almost steely character while still showing richness.
— R.V.
(8/1/2012)
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