VINCENT & FRANCOIS JOUARD Chassagne-Montrachet 'Vieilles Vignes' 2023 Bottle

Description

The Domaine Vincent et François Jouard Chassagne-Montrachet 'Vieilles Vignes' 2023 is a profound expression of one of Burgundy’s most revered white wine appellations. Crafted from old vines that lend the wine an inherent depth and structural complexity, this Chardonnay captures the quintessential tension between ripe fruit and crystalline minerality that defines great Chassagne-Montrachet.

In the glass, the wine displays a brilliant pale gold hue. The aromatic profile is invitingly nuanced, opening with vibrant layers of lemon zest, orange blossom, and Mirabelle plum. As it breathes, subtle hints of flinty minerality emerge, beautifully integrated with a gentle touch of well-managed oak that adds a whisper of vanilla and toasted almond without overpowering the fruit.

On the palate, the 2023 vintage is remarkably focused. It offers a luxurious, mouth-filling texture balanced by a razor-sharp acidity that provides energy and length. Notes of white peach and orchard fruit are underpinned by a savoury, saline character, leading to a finish that is persistent, clean, and elegant. This is a sophisticated, terroir-driven wine of significant precision. It is an exceptional choice to accompany dishes such as pan-seared scallops, roasted poultry, or grilled wild sea bass with lemon butter.