{"product_id":"joseph-drouhin-chassagne-montrachet-blanc-2023","title":"Joseph Drouhin Chassagne Montrachet Blanc 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Chassagne Montrachet Blanc by Joseph Drouhin embodies the essence of Burgundy \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e. It presents a pale golden hue, hinting at an intense bouquet of flowers, brioche and candied lemon, which, with age, evolves towards toasted hazelnut and spices. On the palate, it is direct and highly refined, with a persistent finish marked by floral and gingerbread notes. This expression of the terroir pairs perfectly with \u003cstrong\u003eshellfish starters\u003c\/strong\u003e, lean fish, poultry and a selection of \u003cstrong\u003echeeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are sourced from the southern sector of the \u003cstrong\u003eCôte de Beaune\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet. The vineyards are situated on gentle slopes that benefit from excellent sun exposure. The soil is notable for its complex and varied composition of \u003cstrong\u003emarl and limestone\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched with yellow or red clay, debris and gravel. The name of the area holds a fascinating paradox: it combines the Celtic word “cassanos”, meaning an oak forest, with “rachet”, a synonym for \u003cstrong\u003epoor and barren land\u003c\/strong\u003e, in stark contrast to the typical richness of these wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with a \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by careful selection of the bunches. In the winery, a slow pressing is carried out to extract the free-run must, which is then briefly clarified. Both alcoholic and malolactic fermentation take place in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the wine continues to mature; the use of new wood is carefully balanced so as not to overpower the aromatic profile. The approach is based on \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated farming\u003c\/strong\u003e practices, aimed at limiting chemical intervention in the vineyards to preserve the integrity of the land.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1880 in Burgundy, the Joseph Drouhin winery manages an estate of 73 hectares. The name of the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eChassagne-Montrachet AOC\u003c\/strong\u003e contains a fascinating paradox: it combines the Celtic term “cassanos” (place of oaks) with “rachet” (poor and barren soil). Despite the arid nature of these lands in the Côte de Beaune, they produce wines of great richness. This noble Chardonnay ferments and matures in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, recalling the roots of its name and releasing a \u003cstrong\u003eremarkable finesse\u003c\/strong\u003e that captivates the palate with a harmonious, long and elegant texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Joseph Drouhin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46073279381675,"sku":"59868","price":1034.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/joseph-drouhin-chassagne-montrachet-blanc-2023_59868_1_a82fe32a-5b32-4210-9f92-8c05c3c4a1d4.webp?v=1783618488","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-hk\/products\/joseph-drouhin-chassagne-montrachet-blanc-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}