{"product_id":"domaine-fontaine-gagnard-chassagne-montrachet-1er-cru-la-boudriotte-2024","title":"Domaine Fontaine Gagnard Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru La Boudriotte 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Land\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLa Boudriotte lies in the southern sector of Chassagne-Montrachet, downslope from the chalky, bone-dry limestone of the upper crus and on soils that carry more depth and clay than most of the commune. The clay-over-limestone structure here gives the wines a textural fullness that distinguishes them from the more mineral, linear crus to the north. This is a climat that produces both white and red wine with equal success, a rarity in Chassagne, and the fuller-bodied character of the soil comes through regardless of which variety occupies the parcel. At roughly 250 to 270 meters, with a southeast-facing slope that captures morning sun, Boudriotte builds ripeness evenly and slowly. In cool years, the clay's natural tendency toward richness and texture is balanced by freshness from the season, making for a particularly compelling combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% Chardonnay, gently pressed, fermented in oak with native yeasts, aged on lees for 12 to 18 months with approximately one-third new oak. In warmer vintages, Boudriotte can be the richest and most textural premier cru in the Fontaine-Gagnard lineup. In the cool 2024, the clay-driven weight is still present, but it's cut by the freshness and lift the vintage brings. Ripe white peach and nectarine on the nose, creamy mid-palate, and a cleaner, more citrus-driven finish than you'd find in a 2022 or 2023. The wine shows more lift than we have seen from this site in a while. A stellar vintage for whites across Chassagne, and this cru is no exception. Small quantity produced in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe People\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDomaine Fontaine-Gagnard traces its origin to 1982, when Richard Fontaine married Laurence Gagnard, eldest daughter of the legendary Jacques Gagnard. The holdings from that union became the foundation of a 12-hectare estate covering three grand crus and twelve premier crus in Chassagne-Montrachet, including a small parcel of Le Montrachet, placing the family among just 16 producers in the world who own a piece of that vineyard. Since 2007, the domaine has been led by Céline Fontaine, a winemaker of sharp instincts and genuine humility who talks more readily about her vineyards than herself. Her partner Fred Robert spent 11 years at Domaine Armand Rousseau in Gevrey-Chambertin before joining Céline in 2017. The approach is consistent: native yeasts, restrained new oak, and a preference for letting terroir speak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe texture of La Boudriotte calls for preparations with some weight and richness: roasted halibut with brown butter and capers, poached lobster with tarragon cream, pan-seared veal with a white wine and mushroom reduction, or a creamy crab risotto. The 2024 freshness keeps everything from going too heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anvil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50485342535903,"sku":null,"price":176.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0439\/7436\/1248\/files\/P6240467.jpg?v=1782412667","url":"https:\/\/denverwinemerchant.com\/products\/domaine-fontaine-gagnard-chassagne-montrachet-1er-cru-la-boudriotte-2024","provider":"Denver Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}