2023 Montagny 1er Cru "Clos du Vieux Château", Château de Buxy, Laurent Cognard

This 1er Cru Chardonnay from Montagny shows Laurent Cognard's skill in balancing terroir and finesse. The grapes are hand-harvested from the Clos du Vieux Château vineyard and vinified in French oak barrels, with limestone and clay soils giving lively acidity, structure and a mineral character. The aroma brings citrus, green apple, white flowers and a hint of vanilla. On the palate it is elegant and mineral, with ripe fruit and light oak spice, a full yet fresh mouthfeel, good acidity and a long, precise finish. Serve at 10-12°C.