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2016 Fontaine-Gagnard Chassagne-Montrachet La Romanee

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Latest Sale Price

January 29, 2023 - $110

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RATINGS

90The Wine Advocate

The palate is very well balanced with a fine line of acidity...

REGION

France, Burgundy, Côte d'Or, Côte de Beaune, Chassagne-Montrachet, La Romanee

La Romanee is a 10-acre Premier Cru vineyard in Chassagne-Montrachet in Burgundy’s Cote de Beaune. It is one of 51 Premier Crus in the appellation and it lies between 250 and 300 meters. The vineyard faces southeast. Robert M. Parker Jr. has written that “Chassagne-Montrachet is a treasure trove for outstanding Premier Cru vineyards. In fact, certain Premiers Crus…often achieve Grand Cru status in quality if not in name.”

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay, 1er (Premier) Cru

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.