Domaine Chanson

Monthèlie Les Clos Gauthey AOC - Domaine Chanson 2023

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Format: 75 cl

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Description

The Monthèlie "Les Clos Gauthey" AOC by Domaine Chanson is a refined red wine from Burgundy, a wine-growing region renowned for producing some of the most prestigious and sought-after wines in the world. Domaine Chanson, one of Beaune's historic wineries, has a long tradition of creating wines that express the unique character of their terroirs with elegance and precision. “Les Clos Gauthey” is an exemplification of Chanson's dedication to the quality and specificity of each vineyard.

Monthèlie is an appellation located between Volnay and Meursault, in the Côte de Beaune area, known for its wines that combine structure and finesse. "Les Clos Gauthey" is particularly appreciated for its ability to reflect the distinctive qualities of its specific terroir, characterized by calcareous and clayey soils that give the wine a remarkable aromatic complexity and a balanced tannic structure.

Visually, the Monthèlie "Les Clos Gauthey" presents itself with a delicate but luminous ruby red color. On the nose, it offers a complex and inviting aromatic bouquet, with notes of fresh red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, together with floral nuances and a light touch of spices, the result of careful aging in oak barriques which enriches the wine without overpowering its natural flavors.

In the mouth, the wine reveals a silky texture and a subtle but present tannic structure, which integrates perfectly with lively acidity, contributing to a balanced and dynamic palate. The freshness of the fruit combines with mineral accents and a light spicy hint, leading to an elegant and persistent finish, which leaves a sensation of cleanliness and refinement.

Ideal in combination with delicate but tasty dishes, such as white meats, mushroom dishes and soft cheeses, the Monthèlie "Les Clos Gauthey" AOC is also a wine that invites meditative tasting, capable of evolving and revealing new aromatic nuances with the spend some time.

In conclusion, the Monthèlie "Les Clos Gauthey" AOC by Domaine Chanson is a wine that testifies to the high quality of Burgundian viticulture and the oenological mastery of Chanson, offering a tasting experience that celebrates the complexity, elegance and depth of the great red wines from Burgundy.

The winery

Domaine Chanson (Chanson Père & Fils) – Winery in Borgogna (Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise)

Discover the story and wines of Domaine Chanson (Chanson Père & Fils).

A Burgundian house based in Beaune, active since 1750, combining estate bottling with négociant activity. It owns vineyards in the Côte de Beaune and the Côte Chalonnaise and focuses on expressing the terroir and on responsible viticultural practices.

Region: Borgogna (Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise)

Country: Francia

Founded: 1750

Grapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Aligoté

Maison founded in 1750 in Beaune. Owned by the group affiliated with Bollinger since 1999. Total declared vineyard area: 88 hectares and 25 ha in Beaune Premier Cru. Sustainability-oriented agricultural practices: cessation of herbicide use in 2015 and HVE certification; conversion to organic farming initiated in 2021, with the first certified harvest in 2024. A winemaking philosophy focused on expressing the terroir, with moderate use of oak and vinification that prioritizes aromatic purity.

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Winery history

Founded in 1750 in Beaune, Chanson is one of Burgundy's oldest maisons. In 1999 the estate became part of the family group associated with Bollinger, which supported the modernization of the vineyards and the winery. In recent years the estate has expanded its vineyard holdings and has begun converting to organic practices, with the first certified harvest recorded in 2024.

Production philosophy

The approach prioritizes fidelity to the terroir: care for the 'climats', vineyard interventions to promote biodiversity, and winemaking that lets fragrance and finesse emerge. Vineyard work is focused on sustainability, with a moderate use of oak in the cellar to preserve aromatic purity and balance.

Terroir and vineyards

Located in the heart of Burgundy, the estate manages vineyards in the Côte de Beaune and the Côte Chalonnaise; the villages and parcels mentioned include Beaune, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Santenay, Savigny-lès-Beaune, Pernand-Vergelesses, as well as parcels in Mercurey and Rully in the Côte Chalonnaise.

Awards and recognitions

Recognitions and certifications cited online: High Environmental Value certification for environmental practices; professional mentions for the oenological team.