Chassagne-Montrachet Les Vieilles Vignes 2023, Vincent Girardin

🇬🇧 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Vieilles Vignes 2023 – Vincent Girardin

✨ A classic from the southern Côte de Beaune – mineral tension, depth, and Burgundian elegance!

From the gently sloping hills of Chassagne-Montrachet, Vincent Girardin crafts a Chardonnay from old vines that delivers concentration, finesse, and a true expression of terroir. The Les Vieilles Vignes 2023 cuvée is a tribute to purity and tradition – a wine of precision, vibrancy, and remarkable length.

🍷 Tasting Note – Layered & Mineral-Fresh
This wine shines a brilliant pale gold in the glass. On the nose, ripe citrus, white peach, and acacia honey blend with hints of roasted almond, floral tones, and wet stone minerality. On the palate, richness meets clarity: juicy yellow fruits, a dash of salinity, and fresh acidity create the classic Chassagne tension. The oak aging adds a creamy texture and delicate notes of toasted brioche. The finish is long, elegant, and crystal-clear.

📍 Terroir & Vinification
🌿 Origin: Chassagne-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune
🍇 Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay from old vines
🍷 Vinification:

• Rigorous grape selection from low-yield parcels
• Manual harvest and gentle pneumatic pressing
• Fermentation and malolactic conversion in oak barrels
• 12 months ageing on fine lees, with approx. 15–20% new oak
• Minimal intervention to preserve terroir expression

🍽️ Food Pairing Suggestions
This Chassagne pairs beautifully with:

🦐 Seared scallops with beurre blanc
🐓 Roasted chicken with truffle cream
🐟 Pan-fried turbot with wild mushrooms
🧀 Soft Burgundian cheeses like Chaource or Saint-Marcellin

Serve slightly chilled at 12–13°C to fully reveal the texture and complexity.

🏡 About Domaine Vincent Girardin
Born into a winemaking family in Santenay, Vincent Girardin devoted his career to producing expressive white wines that reflect the purity of Burgundy’s finest terroirs. Today, his legacy is carried on by a passionate team dedicated to minimal-intervention winemaking and elegance in every bottle. Les Vieilles Vignes is one of their most refined expressions of Chassagne – showcasing the perfect balance between depth and finesse.

✅ Why Choose This Chassagne-Montrachet?
🌟 Old vine selection with naturally low yields
🍋 Vibrant fruit expression with mineral complexity
🪵 Elegantly integrated oak
🗝️ Perfect gastronomic versatility
🏅 Cellaring potential through 2034+

✨ Chassagne-Montrachet Les Vieilles Vignes 2023 – Vincent Girardin is a must for any Burgundy lover seeking elegance, structure, and character. Now available at Bourgognewijn.shop!