2018 Armand Heitz Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes

The 2020 Armand Heitz Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes is a refined white Burgundy that captures the luminous, stone‑etched character of one of Chassagne’s most admired premier cru vineyards. Crafted in limited quantities, it offers both the immediate pleasure of a generous, sunny vintage and the precision and finesse that collectors seek in great Côte de Beaune Chardonnay. Les Chenevottes has long been prized for its combination of energy, minerality and supple texture, and this 2020 bottling is a particularly expressive example.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this wine shows a pale to medium lemon‑gold colour with bright, silvery highlights, hinting at both concentration and freshness. The nose opens with pure citrus—lemon zest and Meyer lemon—layered with white peach, pear, and subtle floral notes of acacia and hawthorn. With a little air, deeper tones emerge: warm hazelnut, fresh cream, delicate vanilla, and a chalky, crushed‑stone minerality that anchors the aromatic richness. On the palate, the 2020 Les Chenevottes is tense yet generous, combining the ripeness of the vintage with a precise, linear structure. Expect a silk‑textured attack of ripe orchard fruit (pear, yellow apple) and stone fruit, followed by citrus oil, salted almond, and a gentle kiss of well‑judged oak. The mid‑palate is full and mouth‑coating, but always lifted by a vibrant, mouth‑watering acidity and a fine mineral spine. The finish is long, sapid and saline, with lingering notes of lemon cream and wet stone. While already approachable in its youth, this premier cru has the structure and balance to develop beautifully over 8–12 years from the vintage, gaining complexity in the form of honeyed, nutty and brioche nuances.

Production
Les Chenevottes is a premier cru climat in Chassagne-Montrachet, lying on well‑drained, limestone‑rich soils with a mix of fine clay and stony topsoils that favour Chardonnay of both depth and finesse. Domaine Heitz‑Lochardet farms these parcels with a strong emphasis on environmental respect, using organic and biodynamic principles to ensure low yields and healthy, concentrated fruit. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to preserve acidity and aromatic purity, then carefully sorted before pressing. Fermentation typically takes place in French oak barrels with indigenous yeasts, followed by élevage on fine lees to build texture and complexity. New oak is used judiciously, so the wood frames rather than dominates the wine, allowing the terroir of Les Chenevottes to shine through.

Food & Serving
This Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru is a natural partner for refined dishes that echo its richness and minerality. Think butter‑poached lobster, seared scallops, turbot or sole in a beurre blanc, roast chicken with morel cream sauce, or veal and poultry terrines. It also pairs beautifully with firm, nutty cheeses such as Comté, Beaufort or aged Gruyère. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F): slightly cooler for an aperitif, a touch warmer at table to let the aromatics fully unfurl. Young bottles will benefit from 30–45 minutes in a carafe to open up, while more mature examples are best decanted gently just before serving to avoid disturbing any fine sediment.

Producer
Domaine Heitz‑Lochardet is a historic Burgundy estate with roots dating back to the 19th century, revitalised in recent years under the dynamic stewardship of Armand Heitz. Based in Chassagne-Montrachet, the domaine has gradually reclaimed and bottled its own fruit from family holdings that were once shared with renowned négociants, bringing a singular, terroir‑driven voice back to these prized vineyards. Today, Heitz‑Lochardet is recognised as one of the rising stars of the Côte de Beaune, known for its commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture and its sensitive, minimalist winemaking. The domaine’s holdings across Chassagne, Meursault and other key appellations have earned increasing critical acclaim, firmly establishing it as a leading name in contemporary Burgundy while honouring its deep regional heritage.

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