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2008 Jean-Marc Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet Les Chenevottes

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July 8, 2012 - $60

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RATINGS

90-92Stephen Tanzer

Peach, almond nougat and rocky minerality on the nose. Rich, supple and expressive, with a strong hazelnut flavor. Finishes with palate-staining length and considerable early appeal.

89-91Burghound.com

Mild reduction knocks down the expressiveness of the nose though does not completely hide the mostly floral and citrus aromas from view. The rich, generous and very round medium-bodied flavors possess a lovely mouth feel on the solidly...

17Jancis Robinson

Rich and concentrated and flattering - quite open on the nose. Very zesty and well balanced. Excellent for impatient drinkers.

PRODUCER

Jean-Marc Pillot

Jean-Marc Pillot is a fourth-generation winemaker in Chassagne-Montrachet, in Burgundy’s Cote de Beaune. He worked with his father, Jean, until the mid-1990s, when he took over the estate, expanding it to 35 acres. Jean-Marc Pillot produces many Premier Cru whites in Chassagne-Montrachet, as well as a few Premier Cru Chassagne-Montrachet reds, including Clos Saint-Jean, Les Macherelles and Morgeot. Since taking over from his father, Jean-Marc has built a new cellar and updated the domaine. Clive Coates notes that “These are very good wines.”

REGION

France, Burgundy, Côte d'Or, Côte de Beaune, Chassagne-Montrachet, Les Chenevottes

Les Chenevottes is a 23-acre Premier Cru vineyard in the appellation of Chassagne-Montrachet, in Burgundy’s Cote de Beaune. The vineyards faces nearly due east. Domaines with parcels are Michel Colin-Deleger, Richard Fontaine-Gagnard, Jean-Noel Gagnard, Chateau de la Maltroye, Bernard Moreau, Jean and Jean-Marc Pillot.

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.