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Tasting notes
Score 89/100 · Drink 2001-2009, Pierre Rovani, Dec 2001

The mineral and citrus-scented 2000 Chassagne-Montrachet La Maltroie has a nose more reminiscent of a Sancerres than of a Cote de Beaune. At first it appears tight, austere, and foursquare, revealing only citrus-laced minerals, yet with air, this wine, which had been bottled 12 days prior to my visit, gained in lushness and breadth. It has excellent depth of fruit, yet I agree with Niellon when he states that "I prefer my son-in-law's (Michel Coutoux) Maltroie." Drink it over the next 7-8 years. Importer: Seagram Chateau and Estate Wines Company, New York, NY; tel. (212) 572-7725

Critic scores

Critic scores
88
88/100

Average Score

87
87/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

89
89/100

Pierre Rovani

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87 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 87/100 · Drink 0-0, Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Rather diffuse aromas of white plum, citrus fruits and herbs. Fairly dense but on the soft side. Shows a bit of acidity on the finish.

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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