Philippe Colin's Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Chaumées' is a distinguished French wine, celebrated for its rich, intricate blend. It is renowned for flavours of crisp orchard fruit, gracefully laced with hints of exotic spices and chalky minerality. It has an enchanting aroma of honeysuckle and citrus pith, leading to an impressively long, lemon-infused finish. This wine strikes a beautiful balance between creamy texture and vibrant acidity, underpinning its unwavering elegance. Produced from Chardonnay grapes in the aforementioned vineyard, this Burgundy white wine offers a refined and delightful drinking experience. Truly a symbol of French viticulture at its finest.

Tasting Notes

Les Chaumées is a consistent, very elegant, mineral-driven wine. Flint and smoke on the nose segue to a structured palate that showcases notes of vibrant citrus fruit and rounded edges that taper off into a focused, lingering finish

About the Winery

Philippe Colin Winery is an exceptional vineyard nestled in the heart of Chassagne-Montrachet, a prestigious French village known for its world-class white and red wines. Embellishing the rich legacy of four generations Phillipe Colin and his brother Bruno took over the family property in 1993. The winery has moved forward with dedication, a respect for tradition, and innovative ideas, keeping the family passion for winemaking alive, under the aegis of Philippe Colin.

Covering a sprawling area of 13 hectares, Philippe Colin's winery redefines a perfect blend of traditional approach and modern technology. The vineyard uses sustainable grape growing techniques, ensuring the complete respect of the terroir and also embraces the principle of environmentally friendly viticulture.

The winery cultivates a modest and thoughtful collection of varietals, chief among them being Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Different vintages of Chardonnay ranging from Bourgogne-Chardonnay to grand crus are charmingly matured in 25% to 30% new oak. Meanwhile, the Pinot Noir too, finds a delightful expression under Colin’s leadership. These authentic and exclusive wines, matured perfectly are unique in their complexity and depth of flavour, gaining acclaim from wine connoisseurs globally.

One of the distinguishing features of Philippe Colin’s wines is the meticulous wine-making process. The harvested grapes are vinified with minimal handling to preserve their distinct character. The traditional wooden vats employed, further enhance the natural nuances of the wine, adding subtle oak flavours.

Each wine tells a story of its terroir. revealing the exquisite 'art de vivre' that Philippe Colin has so famously has brought to his craft.

With its distinct charm, legacy and extraordinary wine collection, Philippe Colin Winery indeed demands redoubled attention from wine enthusiasts around the world! Be it for its bewitching scenery or its exemplary wines, the estate offers a fulfilling experience whether you explore the vineyard, or simply savour a glass. Ultimately cementing its reputation as more than a vineyard, but a celebration of the essence of wine-making.(1)

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