David Moret Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Abbaye de Morgeot 2023 white

David Moret Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Abbaye de Morgeot 2023 is a poised and finely crafted white Burgundy that showcases the depth and elegance of Chardonnay from one of Chassagne’s most historic climats. Sourced from Premier Cru vines surrounding the ancient Abbaye de Morgeot, this wine marries ripe fruit, precise minerality, and refined oak. It is a limited, terroir-driven bottling that reflects both the character of the 2023 vintage and Moret’s meticulous, small-scale approach to winemaking.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2023 Abbaye de Morgeot shows a luminous pale gold color with subtle green highlights, hinting at both freshness and concentration. The nose opens with layered aromas of white peach, ripe lemon, and crisp pear, intertwined with notes of acacia blossom, hazelnut, and a fine touch of vanilla and toasted brioche from well-judged oak. On the palate, this Premier Cru is precise yet generous, with a silky texture supported by a vibrant, chalk-inflected acidity. Flavors of stone fruit, citrus zest, and fresh almonds develop into hints of buttered pastry, wet stone, and a discreet saline edge on the long, persistent finish. The oak is seamlessly integrated, giving structure and breadth without overpowering the fruit. Enjoyable in its youth for its purity and energy, this 2023 has the balance and concentration to evolve gracefully over 8–12 years, gaining more complexity, nuttiness, and tertiary nuance with time in bottle.

Production
The grapes for this Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru come from the historic Abbaye de Morgeot sector, a renowned Premier Cru with clay-limestone soils over a rocky subsoil that naturally limits yields and enhances minerality. Situated on gentle slopes with good exposure, the vines benefit from excellent drainage and a favorable mesoclimate, allowing Chardonnay to ripen fully while maintaining tension and aromatic freshness. David Moret works with carefully selected parcels, with hand-harvesting at optimal ripeness to preserve both fruit definition and acidity. In the cellar, gentle pressing and a cool, controlled fermentation in French oak barrels (a proportion of which are new) allow the wine to develop texture and aromatic complexity. The wine is then aged on fine lees, with minimal intervention, to build depth and length while retaining the precision and clarity that are hallmarks of Moret’s style.

Food & Serving
This Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru is a versatile partner for refined cuisine, pairing beautifully with dishes such as butter-poached lobster, roasted turbot, scallops in a light beurre blanc, or seared monkfish. It also shines alongside roasted chicken with morels, veal in a creamy sauce, or richer dishes featuring porcini mushrooms and truffle. For cheese, opt for aged Comté, Beaufort, or a lightly matured goat’s cheese. Serve at 11–13°C (52–55°F) to bring out its full aromatic spectrum without muting the acidity or minerality. Young bottles will benefit from 30–45 minutes in a decanter to allow the wine to open and integrate; older vintages should be handled more gently, with a brief, careful aeration if needed.

Producer
David Moret is a highly regarded micro-négociant based in Meursault, known for producing limited quantities of handcrafted white Burgundy from some of the Côte de Beaune’s most prestigious appellations. Working closely with trusted growers, he sources top-quality fruit from old-vine parcels and focuses on meticulous vineyard selection, low yields, and exacting cellar work. Since establishing his own label, Moret has built a reputation for wines that are both concentrated and precise, with an emphasis on purity of fruit, finely tuned oak, and a clear expression of terroir. His cuvées from Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, and Meursault are particularly sought after by Burgundy enthusiasts, and his work has helped underscore the enduring prestige of these villages within the broader Burgundy landscape.

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