# Chevalier-Montrachet "Les Demoiselles" Grand Cru Domaine des Héritiers Louis Jadot (2022)

- **Producer:** Louis Jadot Estates
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–13 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** mirabelle, lemon, peach, orange pith, apricot, cloves, vanilla, smoke, almond, hazelnut, honey

## About this wine

Chevalier-Montrachet 'Les Demoiselles' Grand Cru Domaine des Héritiers Louis Jadot 2022 is a 100% Chardonnay from Burgundy, France, specifically the Côte de Beaune. The wine originates from the historic 'Les Demoiselles' vineyard, a plot first acquired by the Jadot family in 1794 and later reacquired through a joint purchase. This Grand Cru appellation is recognized for producing wines of significant complexity and aging potential. Louis Jadot, founded in 1859, is a highly respected producer in Burgundy, known for its extensive vineyard holdings and dedication to terroir-driven winemaking.

## Interesting facts

- The 'Les Demoiselles' vineyard is a shared holding, a testament to collaboration in Burgundy.
- Jadot's ancestral connection to this plot dates back to 1794.
- Chevalier-Montrachet is one of only a few Grand Cru white wine appellations in Burgundy.
- This wine is considered a flagship offering from Louis Jadot.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and richness are complemented by dishes with similar weight and texture. Its keen acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty proteins, providing balance. Delicate seafood and poultry are enhanced by the wine's complexity without being overpowered.

## Wine making process

The Chevalier-Montrachet 'Les Demoiselles' Grand Cru is produced from 100% Chardonnay. Winemaking typically involves fermentation in oak barrels, with the amount of new oak varying. Following fermentation, the wine is often aged on its lees to build texture and complexity. Meticulous vineyard management in the Grand Cru 'Les Demoiselles' parcel is fundamental to capturing the essence of the terroir. The aging process in oak contributes to the wine's structure and potential for development.