Jean Noel Gagnard Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Caillerets' Blanc 2013

This outstanding Premier Cru showcases the exceptional vintage of 2013 from one of Chassagne-Montrachet's most distinguished terroirs. Domaine Jean-Noël Gagnard's Les Caillerets vineyard, situated on the renowned slopes of Chassagne, produces wines of extraordinary depth and complexity. Caroline Lestime's careful vineyard management and winemaking philosophy create what critics describe as "low intervention" wines that perfectly express their site's nuanced character.

The 2013 vintage, known for its elegant structure and aging potential, provides the perfect canvas for this exceptional terroir to shine.

The wine presents itself as a true class act, fresh and palate-coating with an intricate blend of peaches, pears, white flowers, and warming spice notes. As the wine opens in the glass, it reveals remarkable fragrance and layers of flavor that build beautifully with each sip. The signature "struck match" character typical of Gagnard wines adds a distinctive mineral complexity alongside intense crystalline fruit. The palate shows superb balance with a fine bead of acidity providing structure, while the texture displays lovely weight and density. Waxy textures meld with touches of lemon curd on the finish, creating a wine of exceptional finesse and length that exemplifies why this is considered a white Burgundy lover's "must have."

Harvest: Hand-harvested from premier cru vineyards

Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay

Aging: 18-20 months in oak barrels

Alcohol: 13% ABV