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Domaine Jean-Noël Gagnard is currently managed by Caroline Lestimé, who also runs her négociant business alongside this domain. Domaine Jean-Noël Gagnard manages 9 hectares of vineyards, mainly in the Chassagne-Montrachet region. Caroline produces wine in the same way as her father, although we can see changes recently. In particular, the vineyards are worked in a biodynamic way. The wines have a classic character and have no formatting. The definition of a great Burgundy producer.
This 0.59-hectare plot is planted with Chardonnay. Located on the northern edge of the village, next to Saint-Aubin, the vineyard stretches along a gentle slope, steeper to the northeast, at an average altitude of 300-320 metres. The soil is light, stony and shallow. The vineyard, which has been organic since 2014, uses biodynamic methods. During vinification, the grapes are carefully selected, pressed and allowed to rest for 24-48 hours. Primary and malolactic fermentation is carried out in used barrels at 18°C with ambient yeasts. The wine then ages for 18 months on lees in barrels, 33% of which are new. It is then vinified with casein and lightly filtered if necessary.
Very concentrated, with lots of white fruit and chamomile that is cushioned by nice acidity and impressive finish. Great potential but accessible even in its youth.