2022 Saint-Romain, Maison de Montille

• Style: Mineral-edged, medium-bodied white Burgundy
• Taste: Pear, citrus oil, white flowers, chalky minerality
• Food: Shellfish, white fish, mushroom, poultry, oily fish
• Occasion: Date night, gifting
• Serve: Now or age 5–7 years; 12% ABV

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

A study in restraint and balance, this 2022 Chardonnay opens with pear and citrus oil on the nose, white flowers lifting above a stony minerality. The medium body and 12% alcohol sit comfortably between richness and refreshment, while the chalk-like length reveals careful winemaking rather than extraction. Drinks beautifully now, yet has structure to age another five to seven years.

The Winery — Maison de Montille

One of the Côte d'Or's most respected family estates, now in its ninth generation under Etienne de Montille. Founded in the mid-18th century, the domaine was rebuilt by Etienne into a 37-hectare holding spanning 35 separate appellations—one of the region's most enviable vineyard portfolios. His winemaking philosophy—organic since 1995, biodynamic since 2005—runs quietly through every bottle. The 2022 vintage fruit comes from two small Saint-Romain sites planted on rocky, well-draining soils that preserved vibrancy through a challenging season. Hand-sorted grapes were fermented in used French oak for 12–14 months with lees contact, retaining a supple character without oak dominance.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

This is precisely what the Côte de Beaune's cooler-climate villages do best: food-friendly whites. Pair with poached chicken, steamed white fish with butter sauce, mushroom dishes, or soft cheeses like Brie. The acidity cuts through richness without demanding full attention—ideal for intimate dinners or as a thoughtful gift for Burgundy lovers. Explore our broader France selection to discover how site shapes character, or compare alongside other Chardonnay expressions across the cellar.