Montagny Les Reculerons 2023, Château Chamilly

The Montagny 2023 from Château de Chamilly is an elegant white Burgundy with lively freshness and beautiful minerality. On the nose, notes of white acacia flowers and exotic fruits emerge, accompanied by a refined flinty character. These traits are attributed to the vineyards' location at an altitude of 240 to 260 meters above sea level and the clay-limestone soils with flint deposits.

The wine is made from Chardonnay grapes sourced from 35-year-old vines, spread across a 4-hectare area. After manual harvesting and careful selection, the grapes are gently pressed. The juice is fermented and aged in concrete tanks, enhancing the wine's fruity and fresh expression. Before bottling, the wine is filtered to ensure clarity and stability.

With an average yield of 55 hectoliters per hectare and an annual production of around 30,000 bottles, this Montagny offers an authentic expression of its terroir. The vineyards' eastern orientation provides optimal sun exposure, contributing to the ripening of the grapes and the development of their aromatic complexity.

Château de Chamilly, located in a green valley north of the Côte Chalonnaise and just 20 minutes south of Beaune, is a magnificent 17th-century château with a rich history. Built by Noël Bouton, a lieutenant-general in Louis XIV's army, it has been owned by the Desfontaine family since the early 19th century. The family has continuously restored and maintained the château and its surrounding vineyards, respecting tradition and terroir.

This Montagny is an excellent choice as an aperitif and pairs perfectly with shellfish and crustaceans. Its fruity and fresh character makes it a versatile companion to a variety of dishes, showcasing the wine's minerality and elegance beautifully.