2019 Domaine Faiveley Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot

The Morgeot vineyard is one of the most important and renowned Premier Cru vineyards in Burgundy, located in the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation in the Côte de Beaune. Chassagne-Montrachet is known for both white and red wines, but the white wines – made from Chardonnay – are the most internationally appreciated. Morgeot plays a key role in this, with the complex and rich wines that come from this special terroir.

Location and terroir

Morgeot is located in the southern part of the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation and includes several “lieux-dits” (specific parcels within the vineyard) that together form the Premier Cru classification. The terroir of Morgeot is characterized by a chalky subsoil, with clay and limestone as the main components of the topsoil. This soil composition is perfect for growing Chardonnay grapes, as it provides a unique combination of minerality, freshness and concentration in the wines.

History

The Morgeot vineyard has a long history dating back to the Middle Ages when the area was part of a monastery run by Cistercian monks. The Morgeot monastery had a great influence on the wine growing in this area, and the vineyard derives its name from it. The vineyards were planted and cultivated by the monks, and their influence on the wine growing in Burgundy is still felt today.

Wines from Morgeot

While Chassagne-Montrachet is known for both red and white wines, Morgeot is primarily known for its white wines made from Chardonnay . These wines are known for their robust structure and rich flavors, with aromas of ripe fruits such as peach and apricot, along with buttery and nutty notes typical of Burgundian Chardonnay. In addition, they often display mineral notes that are a clear reflection of the chalky terroir.

The white wines from Morgeot tend to be slightly fuller and more powerful than those from other Premier Cru vineyards in Chassagne-Montrachet, making them particularly attractive to lovers of rich, complex Burgundy wines.

Red wines

Although less common, red wines (made from Pinot Noir) are also produced in Morgeot. These red wines are generally robust, with notes of red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, but they also have an earthy undertone that characterizes them. Due to the clay in the soil, the red wines have a full structure and firm tannins.