2000 Chassagne Montrachet Maltroie
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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
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Pierre Rovani
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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

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.