Bruno Colin
,Chassagne-Montrachet (Burgundy)
Chevalier Montrachet Grand Cru AOC
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Winemaker | Bruno Colin |
| Alcohol | 13% vol. |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| 75 cl | On request |
Winemaking
The vineyard covers just 0.04 hectares and is planted with Chardonnay grapes growing on clay-limestone soils. The vines were planted in 1962 and are farmed organically, with mechanical soil cultivation and ploughing. The grapes are harvested by hand and meticulously sorted directly in the vineyard to ensure only the finest fruit is used. The Chevalier-Montrachet appellation lies within the commune of Puligny-Montrachet and spans a total of 7.5 hectares. After harvest, the wine is aged for 12 months in 350-liter barrels, 15 to 20% of which are new. It then rests for an additional 4 to 6 months in tanks before bottling.
Our tasting note
Brilliant golden yellow in the glass. The nose reveals a complex bouquet of ripe pear, peach, and citrus fruits, complemented by hints of toasted nuts, vanilla, honey, and a distinctive mineral note. On the palate, it shows remarkable depth and structure, with a creamy texture and vibrant acidity that bring freshness and elegance. Flavors of apple and citrus blend seamlessly with the fresh minerality. The long, mineral-driven finish underscores the wine’s impressive complexity.
Bruno Colin
Bruno Colin is a passionate winemaker with a solid technical and commercial education from the prestigious wine school of Beaune. In 1993, he joined the family estate Michel Colin-Deleger, where he worked alongside his parents and his brother. In 2003, the family decided to divide the estate into three independent domaines: Domaine Michel Colin-Deleger, Domaine Philippe Colin, and Domaine Bruno Colin. The following year, Bruno vinified his first vintage under his own name – the beginning of an independent success story. Today, Bruno Colin cultivates around 8.55 hectares of vineyards in some of the most prestigious terroirs of the Côte de Beaune – including the communes of Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Saint-Aubin, Santenay, and Dezize-les-Maranges. With a total of 20 appellations – among them eight Premiers Crus in Chassagne-Montrachet – Bruno places the utmost importance on expressing the unique character of each plot. With a fine sense of balance and elegance, he captures the individuality of each parcel in his wines – precise, nuanced, and full of personality.
