Domaine Michel Niellon – Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru 2008 – Burgundy France

Domaine Michel Niellon Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru 2008 is a classic expression of one of Burgundy’s most revered white wine vineyards. Produced in extremely limited quantities, this Grand Cru combines richness and concentration with the vibrant acidity and mineral precision that define the outstanding 2008 vintage.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2008
• Style: Full-bodied, dry white wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied and layered
• Fruit: Lemon, lime, subtle pear
• Savory: White flowers, crushed stone, hazelnut
• Structure: Concentrated, mineral-driven, vibrant acidity, long finish

The 2008 opens with pure citrus aromas and delicate floral notes before revealing a deeply mineral core. Rich and textured on the palate, it remains remarkably focused thanks to the vintage’s hallmark acidity. The finish is long, energetic, and driven by the limestone character that makes Chevalier-Montrachet one of Burgundy’s greatest white wine terroirs.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced from one of Burgundy’s most prestigious Grand Cru vineyards
• Tiny production from a highly sought-after Chassagne-Montrachet domaine
• Combines mature complexity with the freshness and structure of the outstanding 2008 vintage

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Butter-poached lobster
• Turbot or Dover sole with beurre blanc
• Roast chicken with morel cream sauce
• Aged Comté cheese

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of mature white Burgundy
✓ Lovers of mineral-driven Chardonnay
✓ Special occasion and cellar-worthy wine enthusiasts
✕ Not ideal if you prefer youthful, fruit-forward white wines

94–96 Points – Major critics including Allen Meadows and Wine Spectator