Chassagne-Montrachet Cailleret

The name ‘Cailleret’ derives from the French word for pebbles – ‘cailloux’ – and is a reference to the shallow, stony, chalky soil found in the vineyard. This, combined with an ideal south-easterly exposition on the mid-slope of the Côte d’Or Chassagne-Montrachet Cailleret white wines an excellent balance of richness and mineral freshness. While not quite at the level of Le Montrachet (as reflected in their less stratospheric pricing), these are some of the finest Chardonnays that Burgundy produces.