Domaine Ramonet : Chassagne-Montrachet Village 2021

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Chassagne-Montrachet 2021 from Domaine Ramonet

Tasting

Appearance

The color shows the characteristic red hue of this red Chassagne-Montrachet.

Nose

The nose reveals aromas of red fruits, notably Morello cherry and tart cherry, complemented by delicate spicy notes and subtle earthy touches.

Palate

On the palate, this wine stands out for its generous, concentrated character. Its silky texture coats the palate, while fine, well-integrated tannins bring structure and elegance. The finish offers lovely length with remarkable aromatic persistence.

Food and wine pairings

This red Chassagne-Montrachet pairs perfectly with roasted meats such as duck or pork, particularly when served with fruit- or mushroom-based sauces. It also matches beautifully with refined preparations of feathered game and delicately cooked cuts of beef.

Serving and cellaring

This Chassagne-Montrachet 2021 is ideally enjoyed at a temperature between 15 and 17°C. Decanting for a short time before serving helps fully reveal its subtle aromas.

An elegant, silky red Chassagne-Montrachet from the prestigious Domaine Ramonet

The estate

Founded in the late 1920s by Pierre Ramonet, Domaine Ramonet has established itself as one of Burgundy’s most respected producers. Based in Chassagne-Montrachet, the estate now covers 17 hectares spread across more than twenty-four different appellations. Since 1984, Jean-Claude and Noël Ramonet, representing the third generation, have run the estate, supported by Anne-France and Clarisse Ramonet of the fourth generation. Internationally renowned for its outstanding Chardonnay-based white wines, the estate also produces remarkable red wines, which account for around 30% of total production.

The vineyard

This Chassagne-Montrachet comes from plots located within the village appellation of Chassagne-Montrachet, in the heart of the Côte de Beaune. The vineyard benefits from characteristic clay-limestone soils that give the wines their distinctive minerality. The vines are farmed according to sustainable viticulture principles, with particular attention paid to limiting yields in order to promote aromatic concentration. The estate favors vines at least eighteen years old for crafting its cuvées, ensuring optimal expression of the terroir.

The vintage

The 2021 vintage in Burgundy was marked by contrasting weather conditions. Winter saw an episode of frost of rare intensity affecting the entire French vineyard. A milder spring allowed flowering at the end of May, followed by particularly rainy months in June and July. Weather instability continued from mid-July to mid-August. Despite these challenges, attentive winegrowers were able to harvest grapes of fine quality thanks to rigorous sorting, producing wines with beautiful aromatic balance.

Winemaking and aging

The winemaking of this red Chassagne-Montrachet 2021 follows traditional Burgundian protocols that favor gentle extraction. Maceration is deliberately short and delicate to avoid excessive extraction of astringent tannins. After fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels for around eighteen months, with approximately 33% new oak. This approach helps develop aromatic complexity while preserving the expression of the fruit and the finesse characteristic of the terroir.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir