2023, Domaine de la Vougeraie, CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET, 1er Cru, 'Morgeot Clos de la Chapelle', BlancThe 2023 Chassagne Montrachet Morgeot Clos de la Chapelle 1er Cru Blanc is the third release from Vougeraie. There is a light flor like scent on the nose that actually lends this more complexity as touches of orange rind develop with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a slightly creamy texture and fine acidity, quite generous with Clementine and pear toward the finish. This will be irresistible in its youth. 91 93 Neal Martin, Vinous (2024).

4% cabernet franc

because it is so appealing right now

Top quality Saint Julien has been produced here since the late 1980s when it was bought by the Suntory group of Japan

100% new oak

Fragrant perfume and earthy notes on the nose

1% grenache

94-95+ William Kelley

with a refined but intense white orchard fruit beneath

and just so juicy on the finish

setting the tone for a slow reveal of confident St Julien character

gentle minerality and harmonious tannins

a second selection occurs at the winery before de-stemming where grapes are softly pressed and placed in open-top barriques