PRE-ARRIVAL 2022 Fontaine-Gagnard Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Caillerets' 750ml Bottle

Considered by many as the jewel in the Chassagne premiers crus crown; this small ½ ha parcel was planted in 1962., the vineyard is made up of brown soil in one part and limestone in another – each giving unique characters to the resultant wines. The Fontaines have long rows stretching from top to bottom, covering both soil types. “It’s the best combination for this vineyard. It has a slight white pepper characteristic and the berries are very small, giving a little more ripeness” says Richard. Although it’s fine, tight and long, there is a slight nuance of peach with the intense, stony minerality in this very complete wine. "Excellent quality here in a mineral-driven package built to repay mid to even longer-term keeping. One to consider." 91-94pts. - Burghound