FEUILLAT-JUILLOT Montagny 1er Cru 'Les Coeres' 2021/23 Bottle

Description

From the rolling hills of the Cote Chalonnaise and crafted by the highly respected Francoise Feuillat Juillot, this remarkable wine originates from Les Coeres, which is widely considered one of the finest and most prestigious vineyard sites in the entire Montagny appellation. The vines here benefit from exceptional clay and limestone soils, yielding Chardonnay grapes of extraordinary purity, depth and aromatic intensity.

In the glass, the wine presents a brilliant pale gold colour catching the light beautifully. The bouquet is generous and highly complex, offering an alluring array of scents. Ripe orchard fruits like white peach and crisp pear take the lead, gracefully followed by uplifting notes of lemon zest, delicate white blossom and warm touches of toasted hazelnut and soft vanilla from careful oak ageing.

The palate is wonderfully textured and perfectly harmonious. It coats the mouth with a luxurious and creamy weight, yet it remains incredibly precise and lifted thanks to a vibrant, driving acidity. Concentrated flavours of stone fruit and citrus oil are tightly woven with a distinctly crushed stone minerality that speaks directly to its noble terroir. The finish is remarkably persistent, beautifully fresh and deeply rewarding. This outstanding premier cru Chardonnay is a wonderful candidate for the cellar, and it serves as a spectacular companion to classic culinary pairings such as roasted chicken in a rich tarragon sauce or seared firm white fish.