The 2011 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes is one beautiful white Burgundy. A thrill from start to finish, it displays brilliant delineation on the nose with heightened mineralite that shades both the Les Vergers and Virondots 2011. The palate follows suit with perfectly pitched acidity, vivacious lemon zest and Clementine notes matched with a crystalline finish that is downright irresistible. This is an outstanding wine for the vintage. Chapeau! Drink now-2020+ . Fernand Morey founded this domaine back in 1919, when he acquired a couple of hectares in Chassagne plus a coaching house slap bang in the middle of the village. He was joined by his son, Marc, in 1944, and subsequently by his daughter and her husband, Bernard Mollard, who presently run the domaine with their daughter, Sabine. During that time, the family’s holdings were expanded so that there are now parcels in Saint Aubin, Puligny and Chassagne itself. The approach here is traditional with prudent use of batonnage, 11 months elevage and no more than 30% new oak. I have to say, I was very impressed by the quality of these wines that displayed precision, finesse and typicite. Most of these notes were written after about one hour of opening, so readers should note that they really come into their own with at least 60 minutes of aeration. Therefore, do not be alarmed if they seem a little “reticent” at first and do not be afraid of a short decant. I look forward to tasting the entire range chez Morey in the future. Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 832-9083