Louis Jadot : Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru "Les Chenevottes" 2023

Tasting notes and characteristics of the Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Chenevottes" 2023

Food and wine pairings
This Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes 2023 pairs wonderfully with fine fish in beurre blanc sauce, roasted shellfish, or poultry served with a mushroom sauce. It also enhances soft-ripened cheeses or a young Comté.

Serving and cellaring
This white wine boasts remarkable ageing potential and can be cellared for optimal tasting until 2033 at the earliest.

The richness of a great white Burgundy by Louis Jadot

The estate
Founded in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot, Louis Jadot is a historic institution located in Beaune, in the heart of Burgundy. Now led by Thomas Seiter, with the strong involvement of the Gagey family, the estate oversees a vast vineyard. Guided by a philosophy of minimal intervention and a deep respect for terroir, the estate is certified High Environmental Value Level 3 and is committed to organic farming. Louis Jadot stands out for the consistency of its cuvées and its iconic visual identity.

The vineyard
This Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes 2023 comes from the Climat Les Chenevottes, a prestigious premier cru of the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation, located on the Côte de Beaune. The vines thrive on hillsides benefiting from excellent exposure, rooted in perfectly drained clay-limestone soils. The vineyard is managed using environmentally friendly practices, promoting the vitality of the vines and the pure expression of this exceptional terroir.

The vintage
In Burgundy, 2023 was characterised by overall warmer weather conditions. The growing cycle was marked by occasional periods of drought, resulting in faster ripening of the grapes.

Grape variety
Chardonnay (100%).