VINCENT & FRANCOIS JOUARD Chassagne-Montrachet 'Vieilles Vignes' 2024 Bottle

Description

The 11-hectare Domaine Vincent and François Jouard is widely recognised as being amongst the finest producers in Chassagne-Montrachet. With Pierre-Henri Jouard now gradually taking over the family estate from his father and uncle, their meticulous approach remains unchanged. By selling a portion of their crop to local négociants, the family ensures they retain only the very best fruit from their oldest vines and finest vineyard sites to vinify and bottle under their own name.

The Chassagne-Montrachet 'Vieilles Vignes' 2024 is a stunning example of their craft. Sourced from the domaine’s three finest parcels (Houillières, Meix Goudard, and Clos Devant), this exceptional white Burgundy is fermented and aged for twelve months in French oak barrels, twenty percent of which are new.

In the glass, it perfectly balances crisp, pure fruit with a wonderfully rich and generous texture. The palate is vibrant and deeply complex, showcasing the classic nutty character expected of premium Chassagne, seamlessly integrated with elegant, subtle oak. This all culminates in a powerful and incredibly persistent finish.

Awarded a superb 17 points by Jancis Robinson, with Andy Howard MW praising it as a "complete, complex Chassagne" crafted by someone who "really understands their vineyard." This is a truly magnificent village wine that delivers outstanding quality. It pairs spectacularly well with roasted poultry, rich seafood, or creamy mushroom dishes, and will generously reward careful cellaring between 2027 and 2033.