Chateau Cantemerle 2008 Italy Chassagne-Montrachet wines typically undergo fermentation

Chassagne-Montrachet wines typically undergo fermentation in oak barrels

with vines aged between 30 and 70 years

such as beef tenderloin or lamb chops

It also complements poultry dishes

This careful oak maturation imparts subtle vanilla and spice nuances while maintaining the varietal’s integrity

Chateau Cantemerle 2008 Italy Chassagne-Montrachet wines typically undergo fermentationWinery Background and History Chteau Cantemerle dates back to at least the 12th century, with documented mentions of the Pons de Cantemerle in 1147, and records of viticulture by 1354. Over centuries it passed through various noble families, and in 1855 was classed as a Fifth Growth (Cinquime Cru) in the Bordeaux classificationalbeit added after the initial list. The estate today is owned by the French mutual insurance group SMABTP, which since