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Chassagne-Montrachet

Chassagne-Montrachet is also known for exquisite Chardonnay. Reds are made here as well and are often austere but offer lovely fragrance. Chassagne-Montrachet is often a bit less gossamer and filigree than Puligny-Montrachet. However, it is as likely to be the hand of the winemaker as the plot of land that makes the difference. They resemble each other so closely that they can be tough to distinguish in a blind tasting.

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waldo-
lydecker

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Great article, Christy. As great as the wines are, the country-side, Romanesque churchs (Autun, Djon, Tournus, Vezelay), chateaux (Cormatin) and dining (everywhere from Beaune to Macon!) also make Burgundy exceptional.

Jul 19, 2012 at 4:23 PM
Christy-
Canterbury-
MW

Hand of Snooth

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Thanks. Yes, the region is marvelous! Cluny is also a must-see!

Jul 20, 2012 at 9:50 AM
Calamus

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I just read a few of your articles. You sold me on trying more of this region's wine. :) I think I'll start with Puligny-Montrachet if I can get it.

Jul 26, 2012 at 4:46 PM