Chassagne-Montrachet Les Caillerets 1er Cru (Colin-Morey)

シャサーニュ・モンラッシェ・レ・カイユレ・プルミエ・クリュ(コラン・モレ)

Domaine Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey

Chardonnay

About this wine

From a 0.2-hectare plot planted in 1950, this is one of PYCM's most prized premier crus — precise, mineral, and long-lived.

Beginner's Note

This is a world-class white wine that defines the pinnacle of Chardonnay; it is an essential experience for any serious wine lover.

Sommelier's Note

"This is an absolute masterpiece of Chassagne-Montrachet. You must experience its crystalline purity and profound mineral tension at least once in your life."

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with grilled lobster, roasted poultry with truffle, and aged Comté cheese. Its high acidity and mineral backbone also make it an excellent match for refined Japanese cuisine, such as sashimi or grilled sea bream.

When to drink it

Perfect for milestone celebrations, high-end fine dining, or as a centerpiece for a sophisticated dinner party.

Specs

Grape Varieties
Chardonnay
Style
White
Price Range
¥30,000-50,000

Terroir & Winemaking

Grapes are hand-harvested and pressed gently. Fermentation occurs in 350-liter barrels using indigenous yeasts. The wine undergoes long aging on fine lees without excessive batonnage, followed by bottling without fining or filtration to preserve purity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this wine taste like?
It tastes of concentrated citrus, white peach, crushed stones, and toasted hazelnuts with a persistent saline finish.
What food pairs best with this?
It pairs best with high-quality seafood, buttery poultry dishes, and delicate Japanese sashimi.
When is the best time to drink this?
It is best enjoyed between 5 to 15 years after the vintage to allow the complexity to fully develop.

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