Blain-Gagnard - Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru 'Caillerets' 2022 (750ml)

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Producer	Blain-Gagnard
Country	France
Region	Burgundy
Subregion	Chassagne-Montrachet
Varietal	Chardonnay
Vintage	2022
Sku	121013
Size	750ml
ABV	13.20%

Blain-Gagnard Description

W I N E D E S C R I P T I O N
Domaine Blain-Gagnard was formed in 1980 when Jean-Marc Blain married Claudine Gagnard,
youngest daughter of Jacques and Marie-Josèphe Gagnard of Domaine Gagnard-Delagrange.
The couple runs this venerable domaine with the help of their son Marc-Antonin. They now
control 20.5 acres of vines in Chassagne-Montrachet, including holdings in three grands crus: Le
Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, and Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet.
Chassagne-Montrachet lies towards the southern end of the Côte de Beaune and is famous for
its white wines, although half of its total plantings are in red. In addition to the Grand Crus,
Blain-Gagnard’s holdings in Chassagne-Montrachet include two red premier crus and four
white premier crus along with small holdings in Volnay and Pommard. The vineyards are
farmed by lutte raisonée (“reasoned struggle”).
Les Caillerets is located at the southern end of the village and sits above Les Champs Gain at an
elevation between 250 and 280 meters. The name “Caillerets” refers to the chalky soil found
here which contributes to the elegance and finesse typical of wines from this site, and is from
vines planted between 1954 and 1987.
T A S T I N G N O T E S
Old vines contribute density and concentration to this white premier cru that is otherwise
known for its elegance. It has aromas and flavors of yellow apples, white peach and with firm
acidity and layered minerality. Aging in 30% new Burgundian pièce brings notes of vanilla and
toast.
F O O D P A I R I N G
White Burgundy, with its rich texture and toasted flavors, pairs well with white fish and shellfish,
and its naturally high acidity can counterbalance cream-based sauces. Oak-aging lends itself
well to grilled fish, starches, butter, and toasted nuts.