2020 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot

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The Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Morgeot encompasses his holdings at Abbaye de Morgeot and Les Fairendes, two lieux-dits he has bottled separately in the past. With aromas of pear, beeswax, freshly baked bread, toasted almonds and crushed mint, it is medium to full-bodied, elegantly muscular and sharp, with lively acidity, fine concentration and a long, mineral finish.

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ABOUT MORGEOT VINEYARD

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.

Specifications

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Type of Wine White
Country France
Region Bourgogne
Appellation Chassagne-Montrachet
Winery Pierre Yves Colin
Grape Chardonnay
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2020
Drinking as of 2025
Drinking till 2040
Alcohol % 13
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 94
Tasting Profiles Complex, Dry, Aged on wood, Powerful, Mineral, Round, Full, White fruit
Drink moments Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch

Wijnhuis

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Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey is a winemaker known for his exceptional wines from Burgundy. Pierre-Yves, born in 1972, is the son of Marc Colin, a leading winemaker in Burgundy. Pierre-Yves initially worked with his father at Domaine Marc Colin, but in 2005 he decided to set up his own domain.

History of Pierre Yves Colin Morey

He is the son of Marc Colin, a well-known winemaking family in the village of St. Aubin. Pierre-Yves is a very talented winemaker who has been responsible for vinification on his parents' estate for quite some time. In 2001 he started his own domain and further perfected winemaking. Pierre-Yves, for example, is a fierce opponent of bâtonnage, the constant stirring of fermenting must. He also likes to work with demi-muids, barrels of 500 and 600 liters instead of the usual 225 liter barrels. The barrels are not toasted, there is only a light roast for protection, so that the pores can close.

Production by Pierre Yves Colin Morey

The greatest discovery of the last ten years in the field of white Burgundy is probably Pierre-Yves Colin. In 2001, Pierre-Yves started as a micro négociant in “haute couture” wines. At that time he also worked for his father, the well-known and respectable winegrower Marc Colin from Saint-Aubin. But Pierre-Yves wanted to make even better wines and his father did not give him those opportunities (according to Pierre Yves). Ultimately this resulted in a break and from 2005 Pierre-Yves could fully focus on his own company. The vast majority of the wine comes from our own grapes. In addition, Colin also purchases grapes every year from several fellow producers whom he personally knows well. The work in the vineyard and harvesting takes place under the supervision of Pierre Yves and his team, so that he has full control over the quality. His enormous drive, almost bordering on obsessive, to make only the best possible (whether it is a Bourgogne Blanc or his Montrachet) largely explains his success. Kegs or cuves that for one reason or another do not meet his high standards are sold to the trade, even though he has to make a significant financial commitment. In the cellar, Pierre Yves opts for a long education. Naturally, the wines ferment on their own (natural) yeasts. They are then aged for a long time in wooden barrels with a capacity of 350 liters. The wines mature for about 14 to 20 months on their fine lees (no batonnage takes place). Pierre Yves is a firm believer in a long upbringing. To prevent premature oxidation, the wines are given sulfite in small doses and the extent to which it has been absorbed by the wine is measured after a few weeks. Only the very best (untreated) corks are used and the bottles are closed with wax capsules.

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