Domaine Vincent Bachelet - "les Benoites" Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge 2024

Domaine Vincent Bachelet — established in 2007 — currently consists of 17 hectares of vineyards in ten different appellations in the Côte de Beaune and Gevrey-Chambertin. A native of Dezize-lès-Maranges, Vincent is a fourth-generation winegrower. His traditional practices and expertise were acquired while working alongside his two brothers, Jean-François and Jean-Louis, for their father Bernard at Domaine Bernard Bachelet. The three brothers ran the family estate until the mid-2000's, when they divided the estate's 100 hectares between them.

Vincent spent the next decade and a half, not only crafting stellar wines under his new label, but passing on his knowledge and techniques to his children, Aurore and Étienne. As the 2020s rolled around, Vincent divided his vineyards between them with Aurore starting her eponymous domaine and Étienne taking the reins over from his father. Étienne continues the restoration Vincent began on the property, including the 18th century wine cave and cellars. The family's dedication to history and tradition, as well as its natural farming practices, shine through in the estate’s wines. They are true farmer's wines, exhibiting unbelievable purity and authenticity.

Vincent's Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge is made from 100% Pinot Noir. It pours a dark garnet with dark ruby rim. A few swirls of the glass send notes of dark red fruits wafting into the air before you can even lift it to your nose. On the palate, flavors of red and black raspberries, cherries and a touch of black pepper are supported by a superb structure that holds throughout. The soft, yet firm tannins blend seamlessly with fine acidity, creating a mouth-watering and lengthy finish. The slight rusticity and elegant structure are hallmarks of a well-made Chassagne-Montrachet. Enjoy with grilled portabello mushrooms topped with melted gruyère.