Chassagne Montrachet Les Chenevottes Bernard Moreau 2018

Domaine Bernard Moreau Chassagne-Montrachet Les Chevenottes 2018 is a medium-bodied Burgundy white wine from the Premier Cru climat of Les Chevenottes in the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation of the Côte de Beaune. This historic domaine was founded in 1809 by Auguste Moreau but it wasn`t until 1977 that its reputation was cemented under the leadership of Bernard Moreau (who, improbably, assumed that role at the tender age of 14). Bernard`s sons, Alex and Benoît, came onboard in the 1990s, and Alex is now in charge of winemaking and vineyard operations. Guided by organic farming in the vineyard and low-intervention principles in the cellar, Alex Moreau crafts barrel-aged Chardonnays of real distinction. "The 2018 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Chevenottes 1er Cru has a beautifully defined bouquet of yellow plum, linseed and citrus lemon scents complemented by hints of pressed flowers; a suggestion of orange rind appears with aeration. The palate is beautifully balanced with a fine line of acidity, and quite spicy and energetic, revealing touches of pepper and even a dab of curry powder toward the long, complex finish. Another great success for Alex Moreau." Vinous, 2020