Jean Noel Gagnard, Chassagne Montrachet Caillerets Vintage:2023 The tannins are firm yet

The tannins are firm yet well integrated

Somewhat more moderate wood and menthol characters are present on the spicy liqueur-like aromas of plum

(from magnum format)

full-bodied mouthfeel and finish

A gentle application of wood sets off an earthy

Jean Noel Gagnard, Chassagne Montrachet Caillerets Vintage:2023 The tannins are firm yet(from 35+ year old vines). This is almost always the best 1er in the range and so it is again in 2017 with its restrained and ultra fresh nose of citrus, mineral reduction, white flower and soft spice elements. Here too the middle weight flavors are quite racy though with much more minerality that really emerges on the beautifully persistent finish where the firm core of ripe acidity makes clear that this beauty is going to require patience. (91 94)