1996 Chassagne Montrachet Les Chaumees

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Tasting notes
Score 95/100 · Drink 2000-2009, Pierre Rovani, Feb 1998

In 1996, Niellon produced a Chassagne-Montrachet Les Chaumees (from a parcel he has taken on en metayage). Its elegant, feminine, white peach and floral nose is followed by an explosive, fat, full-bodied and fruit-filled personality. Thick layers of spiced pears, lychee nuts, minerals, gooseberries and sweet new oak are found in this immensely rich wine. Projected maturity: 2000-2009. Importer: Seagram Chateau & Estate Wines Company, New York, NY; tel (212) 572-7725.

Critic scores

Critic scores
91
91/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

95
95/100

Pierre Rovani

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91 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 91/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Pale green-tinged color. Lime blossom, pineapple and white flowers on the nose; pure and fine. Very intensely flavored, with juicy lime fruit and a strong spine of acidity. Very long, firm aftertaste features a note of truffle.

About the producer

Domaine-Michel-NIELLON
Domaine Niellon

From the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet, Domaine Michel Niellon embodies generations of craftsmanship and Burgundian finesse, producing elegant, terroir-driven wines from just 8 hectares.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Chardonnay

Colour

White

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13.5%

Classification

Premier Cru

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