Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge 2011

Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge 2011 shows pure red fruit with elements of spiced plum, and balancing tannins. Very bright and fresh. A delightful village Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge.

Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Subregion: Côte De Beaune, Chassagne-Montrachet
Vintage: 2011
Colour: Red
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
ABV: 13%
Bottle Size: 75cl
Closure: Natural cork
Style: Plums and spice
Drink With: Chicken and ham pie

Although today Chassagne-Montrachet is known for its exceptional white wines, historically it was the reds of the region that were held in higher esteem. The clay and sand soil over limestone is actually better suited to growing Pinot Noir than Chardonnay and, although much less common than previously, some extremely fine red Chassagne-Montrachet is still produced. This villages example from Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard is one of them.