Domaine Bachey-Legros, Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Morgeot', 2023

AOC Chassagne-Montrachet, Bourgogne

100% Chardonnay

14.5%

Within the 1er Cru of Morgeot, there is a small plot of old vines called 'Les Petits Clos'. Bachey-Legros owns a substantial 2ha of this plot. East-west exposure on red clay-limestone soil.

Hand harvested. Long, slow fermentation in oak barrels over 2 months. 12 months ageing on the leeds in barrel before a further 2 months in tank. 30% new oak.

Hint of reduction & smokiness. Tight, mineral core. Really energetic, underripe peach, pear, spice. Classy & delicious.

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Legros Brothers Samuel and Lénaïc are the 6th generation of the family to run the domaine, having taken over from their mother, Christiane.

Based in Santenay, they have an enviable collection of old vines across their holdings. The brothers are rightly obsessed with the upkeep and care of these vines and aim to let them live long lives as naturally as possible.