Bouchard Père & Fils : Chevalier-Montrachet Grand cru Domaine 2021

An aromatic and refined Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru white wine

The estate

Founded in 1731 in Beaune, Bouchard Père & Fils is one of the oldest wine houses in Burgundy. For nearly three centuries, 9 generations have taken over, one after the other, with the same ambition: to create an exceptional estate in Burgundy.

Gradually built up over the years, the vineyards of the Bouchard Père et Fils estate now cover 130 hectares of vines. Combining prestigious appellations with exceptional plots, the Bouchard Père & Fils vineyard constitutes a unique wine heritage in Burgundy.

The vineyard

This Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Domaine 2021 from Bouchard Père & Fils stems from a vineyard of 2.33 hectares, facing east/south-east on pebbly soils made up of marls and limestone.

According to legend, the Seigneur de (lord of) Montrachet shared all his lands with his two sons. One of the sons became a Chevalier (knight) during the Crusades. The other was illegitimate, from which the Bâtard-Montrachet vineyard’s was taken.

Following numerous acquisitions of plots of land throughout the 19th century, the Bouchard family became the main owners of Chevalier-Montrachet, but above all became the only estate with plots of land on the four terraces that make up this singular appellation with its mosaic of terroirs.

Winemaking and ageing

Harvested by hand, the grapes are meticulously sorted before vinification. The pressing is carried out in two stages, with first of all an evacuation of the first juices and then a cyclic pressing of 2 hours depending on the vintage. Aged for 10 to 12 months in French oak barrels (up to 15% new barrels depending on the vintage) in the Bastions cellars of the old Château de Beaune.

Blend

Chardonnay (100%).

Characteristics and tasting tips for Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Domaine 2021 from Bouchard Père & Fils

Tasting

Nose
The nose gives off floral notes enhanced by grilled touches.

Palate
The palate unveils complexity and elegance throughout the tasting.

Storage

This Burgundy wine can be enjoyed today, and can be laid down until around 2031 to unveil all its aromatic palette.

Food and wine pairing

This wine pairs perfectly with fish in sauce, foie gras and fine entrées.

To serve

For the best tasting, serve between 12°C and 14°C.