Joseph Drouhin Montrachet Marquis de Laguiche

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Joseph Drouhin Montrachet Marquis de Laguiche

Grape Variety

Chardonnay
Country

France
Region

Burgundy
Capacity

750ml
Temperature

12-15∘C

International Rating
Tasting Notes
Product Features
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Burghound95(2017)

Robert Parker94(2016)

Tasting notes

TASTE NOTE

Tasting Notes

An authentic masterpiece! This wine should be regarded as the yardstick by which all other Burgundies should be judged. The colour has a splendid golden sheen. On the nose, a multitude of aromas are a pleasure to discover: floral notes of lily of the valley, peach blossom, exotic fruit, honey, grilled almonds, even exotic woods at times. On the palate, the structure is dominated by a harmonious roundness which never imparts any heaviness. The aftertaste is exceptionally long and enhances the finesse of the whole. A glorious symphony of sensations!

Product Features

Feature of product

Joseph Drouhin

Joseph Drouhin domaine is one of the largest estates in the region. It owns vineyards in all of Burgundy: Chablis , Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise . It is comprised of a majority of Premier and Grand Crus. The Domaine was put together through the years, thanks to judicious purchases and agreements between families. Some vineyards are among the most famous in Burgundy.

For some village or regional appellations, Joseph Drouhin complements its supplies by purchasing grapes from other vineyard owners who have been long time partners and share the same quest of excellence.

Terroir

In the southern part of the Côte de Beaune, the estate of the Marquis de Laguiche is entirely located on the Puligny side of the appellation.Soil is brown-red earth, strewn with white, polished limestone pebble. The word "rachet" in Montrachet means infertile land, where nothing can grow. A very mild slope and a great south-east exposure.

At every period of history, a few vineyards have been considered heirloom treasures for their incomparable quality. The Montrachet of Marquis de Laguiche belongs to this Pantheon. This property is actually the largest parcel of the Montrachet vineyard and has been in the hands of the Laguiche family since 1776. The Drouhin family is in charge of its cultivation and vinification and, since 1947, has spread and preserved its worldwide renown.

Vinification

Harvesting by hand, in small open crates in order to preserve the integrity of the fruit. Sorting if necessary, the grapes are sorted twice: once when being picked, the second time on the sorting table at the winery. Pressing very slow so as to respect fruit. Juices from the very last pressings are not retained. The wine goes directly into barrels after débourbage (decanting of white wine to reduce sediment). Ageing in barrels (25% in new oak). Length 15 to 18 months.

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