Bachelet Monnot 2023 Chassagne Montrachet 750ml

Pouring a luminous pale gold colour, the 2023 Domaine Bachelet-Monnot Chassagne-Montrachet offers a beautifully textured and precise expression of this prestigious Burgundian village.  This elegant Chardonnay opens with an inviting bouquet of yellow plum, crisp green apple, and subtle praline, layered with delicate notes of spiced cream and toasted brioche. The palate is harmonious and nicely concentrated, driven by a keen line of acidity that balances the wine's inherent buttery richness. It finishes long and poised, showcasing a vibrant mineral tension that will continue to evolve beautifully.

Pair this sophisticated white Burgundy with classic, rich poultry or seafood preparations. Excellent accompaniments include a butter-basted roasted chicken, pan-seared halibut in a beurre blanc sauce, or fresh lobster. It also pairs wonderfully with a creamy mushroom risotto or soft, bloomy rind cheeses like Camembert.

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It has an attractive bouquet with yellow plum and praline scents and a light brioche aroma that intensifies with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a keen line of acidity, fresh and poised with good presence and tension on the finish. This will be irresistible.

Score: 90-92 points - Neal Martin, Vinous, 2025