Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru – 2006
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Vineyard Profile
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Calcareous clay
- Cultivation: 100% biodynamic
- Size: Chevalier du bas sud: 0.69 acre planted in 1957 and 1958Chevalier du bas nord: 2.22 acres planted in 1955, 1964 and 1980Chevalier du haut: 2.01 acres planted in 1974
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Vinification
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Long, gentle pneumatic pressing, débourbage over 24 hours, then racking the must into cask
Alcoholic fermentation in oak casks, 25% new (maximum 1/3 Vosges, minimum 2/3 Allier)
Aged 12 months in cask, 6 months in tank, then prepared for bottling
Homeopathic fining and very light filtering at bottling, if necessary
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Reviews
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Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru – 2006 – 92 points – Wine Spectator
“Ripe and almost opulent, with lemon, pastry, apricot and spice elements that are broad on the attack. Though open now, there’s a vibrant structure and a long finish.”
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Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru – 2006 – 93-96 points – Burghound.com
"This is notably more elegant, refined and complex with only a trace of exoticism to the mostly white flower and peach aromas that are followed by textured, pure, detailed and delineated flavors... knockout finish."
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Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru – 2006 – 97 points – Wine Enthusiast
“Taut and mineral, this is currently a wine that is waiting to reveal its power and majesty. The fruit is on a tight rein of acidity, which only slowly opens up to show mango, pineapple, crisp citrus, layers of toast and a mouth-enveloping richness.”