Belland Chassagne-Montrachet 1er cru “Pitois” blanc 17

The 2017 Clos Pitois blanc has a particularly harmonious balance. It’s easy to see why Chassagne is famous for its whites: excellent length and a long finish layered over plenty of gras (fat), which produces wine that consistently turns heads.

Burghound called it “exceptionally rich and enveloping,” and we found notes of baked lemon rind, hazelnut, and golden apples. The increased complexity and intensity means this will age better than the Santenay, but we think it will drink just as well early.