Montrachet

Montrachet is a Grand Cru vineyard in the Côte de Beaune subregion of Burgundy, France. Located on a southeast-facing hillside above the village of Puligny-Montrachet and extending toward nearby Chassagne-Montrachet, its name has become synonymous with the finest Chardonnay wines. The site is known for its thin, mineral-rich soils of marl and limestone, which yield grapes with high acidity and pronounced aging potential.

The wines produced from Montrachet are exclusively white and almost always made from Chardonnay. They are noted for deep concentration, tension, and aromatic complexity, with flavors that can include citrus, white peach, almond, and flinty, chalky notes. Oaking levels vary by producer, but wines generally mature slowly and reward long cellaring, often 15 years or more.

Montrachet was recognized as Grand Cru in 1936 as part of Burgundy's formal classification. The vineyard covers roughly eight hectares, and production is limited, contributing to the wines’ prestige and high market value. Market bottlings labeled Montrachet come from a small group of top domaines and are highly sought by collectors and connoisseurs.