Joseph Drouhin Chassagne-Montrachet Blanc is a classic example of a white Burgundy, crafted from Chardonnay grapes grown in the iconic vineyards of Chassagne-Montrachet. The wine boasts a brilliant golden color and offers an elegant bouquet of citrus, floral and mineral notes, with a hint of toasted almonds. On the palate, it has a rich, creamy texture with flavors of ripe pear, apple and citrus, balanced by a subtle acidity and a persistent finish. Aged in oak barrels, this Chardonnay is a perfect accompaniment to seafood dishes, grilled chicken, creamy sauces and flavorful cheeses. This wine is a must-try for wine enthusiasts looking for a sophisticated and complex white wine from Burgundy.

Tasting Notes

Light golden colour. Intense nose of flower, brioche and candied lemon aromas, evolving towards nuances of grilled hazelnut and spice as the wine matures. Good texture and finesse on the palate. It has a long finish, where once again floral and gingerbread dominate. A generous and elegant wine.

About the Winery

If you are looking to taste the best of wines from the Burgundy region, you have to try wines from the French wine label, Joseph Drouhin. The vines are grown on 90 appellations located across some of the richest terroirs in Burgundy here. Started 140 years ago, this wine label is run by the fourth generation of the Drouhin family with the same amount of dedication and passion as before.

The Joseph Drouhin Domaine is considered as one of the largest wine estates in Burgundy. Currently, the estate comprises of 80 hectares of vineyards located in all the wine-rich areas of Burgundy. Out of these 80, 38 are found in Chablis, 38.5 hectares are found in Cote de Nuits and Cote de Beaune and 3.5 hectares are found in Cote Chalonnaise. A grand, 18th-century watermill, the property of Joseph Drouhin, is regarded as the headquarters of the premium Drouhin Domaine in Chablis.

The two famous Burgundy grape varietals of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are grown in these vineyards. The estates are neatly classified into Premier and Grand Cru. Apart from growing their own grapes, Joseph Drouhin also buys grapes from other wine-growers, who are their long-standing partners. In 2008, this label created the historic “Chablis Wines,” which speak volumes about the wine’s richness and elegance of Burgundy wines.

At this estate, organic and biodynamic winemaking practices are followed, to ensure that the wine reflects the true character of the terroirs where they are grown. No synthetic products are used in the vineyards here. Instead, natural predators and herb infusions are used to process the grapes naturally. At the vineyards of this estate, vines are planted densely. Close to 5000 vines are planted per acre, so that the plants get the maximum benefits of each type of soil where they are grown.

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