COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Au Pied du Mont Chauve
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Au Pied du Mont Chauve is a distinguished project by Francine Picard of the Famille Picard, whose legacy in Chassagne-Montrachet dates back to 1951. The estate's name, translating to 'At the foot of the Bald Hill,' pays homage to the historic nickname for the legendary Montrachet hill. Francine Picard created this brand to navigate modern appellation regulations while showcasing the exceptional terroir of the Côte de Beaune and Côte Chalonnaise. Managed with biodynamic principles under the guidance of renowned consultants, the estate focuses on expressing the pure, mineral-driven identity of Burgundy's classic terroirs.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€29
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Au Pied du Mont Chauve translates to 'At the foot of the Bald Hill,' the historic nickname for the famous Montrachet hill.
Fact 02
The estate's biodynamic practices are guided by Antoine Lepetit de la Bigne, former technical director of the legendary Domaine Leflaive.
Fact 03
The Picard family legacy in Chassagne-Montrachet began in 1951 with just two hectares of land, now managed by Francine Picard.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are hand-harvested from regional parcels with vines ranging from 20 to 50 years old, grown on limestone, clay, and marl soils. Following a rigorous sorting process, the fruit is 100% destemmed. Fermentation takes place in traditional, temperature-controlled open stainless steel or concrete vats. The wine is then aged for 12 to 15 months in traditional French oak barrels (pièces bourguignonnes), utilizing a minimal percentage of new oak to preserve the delicate fruit and terroir characteristics. A light filtration is performed before bottling, with minimal sulfur additions.
