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Michel Niellon, Chassagne Montrachet Clos De La Maltroie 1er Cru, 2023
🏰 The 2023 Michel Niellon Chassagne Montrachet Clos de la Maltroie 1er Cru is a promising young white Burgundy, representing a 【premier cru expression from a highly esteemed appellation known for its elegant Chardonnay】. Chassagne-Montrachet is celebrated for producing Chardonnays with a beautiful balance of richness and minerality. While specific 2023 notes are still emerging, expect a vibrant bouquet of white flowers, bright citrus (lemon, grapefruit), and green apple, complemented by hints of hazelnut and a distinctive wet stone minerality. The palate will likely be full-bodied and rich, yet with a lively acidity and a long, mineral-driven finish, showcasing its potential for graceful aging.
🍴 Chinese Cantonese food pairing: This sophisticated white Burgundy would be superb with delicate Cantonese seafood dishes like steamed garoupa (清蒸石斑), pan-fried scallops with broccoli (西蘭花炒帶子), or even a rich chicken and fish maw soup (雞燉花膠湯). For Western cuisine, ideal pairings include roasted chicken, rich fish (halibut, cod), creamy pasta dishes, or goat cheese.
🥂 Fit for event: An excellent choice for a special dinner, a white Burgundy tasting, or a luxurious seafood meal.
Serving: This wine is very young and will benefit from some time in the bottle. If drinking now, serve chilled at 12-14°C (54-57°F). Consider cellaring for 3-5 years or more to allow its full complexity to develop.
BACKGROUND
Michel Niellon is a winery located in the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation in the Côte de Beaune sub-region of Burgundy. The estate began selling wine in the 1960s and is run by three generations of the Niellon family. Niellon owns a total of 7.5 hectares (18.5 acres) of vineyard land, mainly planted to Chardonnay, with some Pinot Noir.