2021 Michel Niellon Chassagne-Montrachet Blanc

The Niellon family has a long history of winemaking, dating back to the 19th century when it was founded by Michel Niellon's grandfather, Léon Niellon. In the 1960s, Michel Niellon took over the family business from his father, Marcel Niellon, and continued the tradition of producing exceptional Burgundian wines. The estate has six hectares of vineyards, primarily located in the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation. The vineyards are situated at varying altitudes between 200 and 400 meters, contributing to the unique character of their wines.

Domaine Michel Niellon is characterized by meticulous attention to detail. Both the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are hand-picked and rigorously selected for quality. Fermentation is initiated using the natural yeasts present on the grape skins. The wines are aged in French oak barrels, with a portion of new wood (typically 15% to 30%). Malolactic fermentation and sur lie also take place in these wooden barrels. Domaine Michel Niellon is known for producing high-quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. Their iconic wine, the Bâtard-Montrachet, is highly regarded. Moreover, the Chassagne-Montrachet wines from these products are known worldwide for their exceptional quality.

One of Burgundy's Premier Cru estates of the year is Niellon. A classic Chardonnay from Chassagne Montrachet, this estate has quietly emerged in recent years as a producer of top wines. The Chassagne-Montrachet Village has beautiful definition and precision on the nose, with hints of dried yellow flowers complementing the citrus fruit, and well-integrated oak. The palate is very well-balanced with vibrant notes of orange peel and mandarin. It is quite linear and taut, with an almost Puligny-like tension on the finish.

FACT : The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see the potential discount immediately if you choose Pickup at Checkout. We're located right next to the Rijksweg with ample parking. Click here for the address.