Domaine Hubert Lamy : Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru "Les Macherelles" 2022

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru "Les Macherelles" 2022 Domaine Hubert Lamy

Tasting

Colour
This wine reveals a beautiful luminous brilliance.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with striking mineral precision, accompanied by refreshing citrus notes such as lemon, lime, and delicate touches of zest.

Palate
The palate offers a superb tension between fruity generosity and beautifully judged acidity. The finish, deeply marked by the limestone terroir, lingers on a persistent mineral backbone.

Food and wine pairing

This cuvée pairs wonderfully with delicate white fish such as sole meunière, light shellfish like scallops or lobster, as well as refined poultry with fresh herbs. Seasonal vegetables such as asparagus with hollandaise sauce or fresh goat cheese and brie will also enhance this wine beautifully.

Service and storage

Boasting excellent aging potential, this Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru "Les Macherelles" 2022 can be kept in the cellar and is best enjoyed until around 2040.

The mineral precision of a Premier Cru from Chassagne-Montrachet by Domaine Hubert Lamy

The estate

Officially founded in 1973 by Hubert Lamy, Domaine Hubert Lamy is a leading name in the Burgundy region. Located in Saint-Aubin, the estate now spans 18.5 hectares of vines. Since 1996, Olivier Lamy has brought an innovative vision to the domaine, becoming its sole owner in 2022. Renowned for its sustainable viticultural practices and bold experiments with high-density planting, the producer crafts wines that faithfully express the complexity of their respective terroirs.

The vineyard

The Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru "Les Macherelles" plot covers an intimate area of 0.16 hectares, planted in 1988. Situated on a mid-slope with an east-facing exposure, the vines thrive on shallow soils composed of red clay resting on a bedrock of hard limestone. The vineyard is farmed using sustainable methods, favoring soil tilling over the use of herbicides, along with careful, manual canopy management to ensure the highest possible grape quality.

The vintage

The year 2022 began with a mild winter followed by an early spring, leading to bud break as early as the beginning of April. Flowering took place quickly in May under favorable conditions. Summer was marked by significant heat and a substantial rainfall deficit. Fortunately, saving rains in mid-August allowed the vines to complete their ripening cycle optimally. Harvesting, notably early, began on August 20th under dry, windy conditions, yielding wonderfully fresh grapes.

Winemaking and aging

After manual harvesting, the grapes for this Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru "Les Macherelles" 2022 are gently pressed using a pneumatic press, then the juice settles naturally overnight. Fermentation begins with indigenous yeasts. The wine then undergoes extended aging for twenty-four months on the lees in predominantly used large-format oak barrels. The winemaking process concludes with a six-month resting period in stainless steel tanks before bottling.

Grape variety

100% Chardonnay