Germain Henri et Fils
Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Les Fairendes 2023
| Denomination | AOC Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Burgundy (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
- Name: Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru Morgeot Les Fairendes, 2023
- Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay from Burgundy, France; 14% vol
- Tasting notes: golden straw yellow colour; fruity and floral notes; precise finish
- Pairings: ideal with fish, white meats, vegetarian dishes and selected cheeses
- Ageing and serving: 93 Parker rating; ageing potential 10-15 years; serving temperature 12-14 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Les Fairendes by Henri Germain et Fils is a still white wine that embodies the elegance of Chardonnay. It appears a straw yellow colour with bright golden highlights. On the nose, the bouquet offers fruity aromas blended with delicate floral notes. The palate is fresh and savoury, characterised by a clean and highly precise finish. Thanks to its natural balance, it is the ideal companion for refined fish dishes, white meat preparations, vegetarian recipes or a selection of assorted cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in France, in the heart of Burgundy, within the renowned Chassagne-Montrachet appellation. Henri Germain et Fils, a winery located in Meursault in the Côte d’Or, enhances the prestigious Morgeot Les Fairendes plot, known for its exceptional soil and climate characteristics. The distinctive properties of the land give Chassagne-Montrachet a profound territorial identity, making it the authentic expression of an area with an extraordinary winemaking vocation.
How it is produced
The production process begins with the harvesting of the grapes and subsequent processing to extract the must. This is followed by alcoholic fermentation and a meticulous ageing phase in the cellar, aimed at preserving the wine’s finesse and savoury tension. The resulting structure ensures excellent ageing potential, estimated between ten and fifteen years. To enjoy it at its best and appreciate its aromatic complexity, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 12 and 14 °C.
History and Curiosities
The Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Les Fairendes 2023 by Henri Germain et Fils represents a true excellence of Burgundy. This refined still white, produced from Chardonnay grapes, belongs to the prestigious AOC Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru denomination. The vintage boasts highly significant accolades, such as 93/100 from Robert Parker, which attest to its great value. Ideal to serve at a temperature between 12 and 14 °C, this wine offers an extraordinary ageing potential, estimated between ten and fifteen years.
Awards
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2023
93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2023
90/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
| Name | Henri Germain Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Les Fairendes 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Chassagne-Montrachet AOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Vendor | Germain Henri et Fils |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot Les Fairendes 2023 by Henri Germain et Fils represents a true excellence of Burgundy. This refined still white, produced from Chardonnay grapes, belongs to the prestigious AOC Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru denomination. The vintage boasts highly significant accolades, such as 93/100 from Robert Parker, which attest to its great value. Ideal to serve at a temperature between 12 and 14 °C, this wine offers an extraordinary ageing potential, estimated between ten and fifteen years. |
| Origin | Chassagne-Montrachet (Morgeot Les Fairendes), Burgundy, France |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |