Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest shop price | 2019 / 1500ml | CHF 1,885.00 | smithandsmith.ch ↗ |
Latest Technical Specifications · 2024
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption at 8–15 years; ageing potential 20 years
Classification Grand Cru
Region Montrachet
Soil Brown-red earth strewn with white, Polished limestone pebbles
Orientation South-East Exposure On A Very Mild Slope
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; Last-Press Juice Is Separated From Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Production Details Hand harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary. After slight settling, the juice is transferred to barrel. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, and maturation lasts 18–21 months. Recommended serving temperature is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Golden sheen; lily of the valley, peach blossom, exotic fruit, honey, grilled almond and exotic-wood aromas; harmonious roundness without heaviness; exceptionally long, fine finish. The 2024 vintage context adds fresh fruit, citrus, almond and white blossom, with freshness and purity.
2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption at 8–15 years; ageing potential 20 years
Classification Grand Cru
Region Montrachet
Soil Brown-red earth strewn with white, Polished limestone pebbles
Orientation South-East Exposure On A Very Mild Slope
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; Last-Press Juice Is Separated From Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Production Details Hand harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary. After slight settling, the juice is transferred to barrel. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, and maturation lasts 18–21 months. Recommended serving temperature is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Golden sheen; lily of the valley, peach blossom, exotic fruit, honey, grilled almond and exotic-wood aromas; harmonious roundness without heaviness; exceptionally long, fine finish. The 2024 vintage context adds fresh fruit, citrus, almond and white blossom, with freshness and purity.
2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption at 8–15 years; ageing potential 20 years
Classification Grand Cru
Region Montrachet
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; Last-Press Juice Is Separated From Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Production Details Hand harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary. After slight settling, the juice is transferred to barrel. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, and maturation lasts 18–21 months. Recommended serving temperature is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Yellow fruit and floral aromas; ample, full-bodied palate; generous, fresh and fine
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2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption at 8–15 years; ageing potential 20 years
Classification Grand Cru
Region Montrachet
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; Last-Press Juice Is Separated From Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Production Details Hand harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary. After slight settling, the juice is transferred to barrel. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, and maturation lasts 18–21 months. Recommended serving temperature is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Citrus, ripe fruit, delicate floral fragrance and slightly spicy pastry notes; tender, fleshy and strongly textured palate; round, balanced and rich aftertaste
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2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption at 8–15 years; ageing potential 20 years
Classification Grand Cru
Region Montrachet
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; Last-Press Juice Is Separated From Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Production Details Hand harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary. After slight settling, the juice is transferred to barrel. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, and maturation lasts 18–21 months. Recommended serving temperature is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Less opulent than preceding vintages; well-balanced with attractive aromatics and restrained expression
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2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption at 10–25 years; ageing potential 25 years
Classification Grand Cru
Region Montrachet
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; Last-Press Juice Is Separated From Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Production Details Hand harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary. After slight settling, the juice is transferred to barrel. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, and maturation lasts 18–21 months. Recommended serving temperature is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Honey, fruit and dried-fruit aromas with notable freshness
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2019 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption at 10–25 years; ageing potential 25 years
Classification Grand Cru
Region Montrachet
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; Last-Press Juice Is Separated From Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Production Details Hand harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary. After slight settling, the juice is transferred to barrel. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, and maturation lasts 18–21 months. Recommended serving temperature is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Gracious, delicate and fresh
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2018 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption at 10–25 years; ageing potential 25 years
Classification Grand Cru
Region Montrachet
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing; Last-Press Juice Is Separated From Free-Run Juice
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Production Details Hand harvested in open-work crates, with careful sorting if necessary. After slight settling, the juice is transferred to barrel. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, and maturation lasts 18–21 months. Recommended serving temperature is 14–15°C.
Tasting Notes Balanced, with flower and ripe-fruit aromas
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Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2019 / 1500ml | CHF 1,885.00 | smithandsmith.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 1999 / 1500ml | CHF 1,968.00 | topwines.ch ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
7 Rue d’Enfer, 21200 Beaune, France
Phone
+33 3 80 24 68 88
Owner
Drouhin family
Cellarmaster
Véronique Boss-Drouhin