2023 Fernand & Laurent Pillot, Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru, Les Grandes Ruchottes 1x75cl

Neal Martin 92

The 2023 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Grandes Ruchottes 1er Cru comes from a vineyard that undergoes no hedging, known as tressage. The nose is pure and fragrant, with touches of pressed white flowers, clementine and light waxy scents. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the entry, with a keen line of acidity and a precise, nutty, Meursault-like finish. Bon vin. [Neal Martin, 25/03/2025]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2039

JancisRobinson.com 17.5

14 months in oak, about 15% new. This is the only vineyard where they practise tressage, ie weaving the shoots rather than hedging them. It’s a lot of hard work but they find greater ripeness and smaller, more concentrated berries.Intense aroma of ripe but perfectly fresh citrus fruit. Firm, chewy and creamy at the same time, the texture makes this a complex wine. Deep and long. Very good indeed. (JH) [13/01/2025]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2033