The Old Fire Station, Old Market, Nailsworth, Gloucestershire

Montagny 1er Cru, Les Perriéres, Domaine Berthenet

Based in the village of Montagny itself, the Berthenet family has been growing grapes for around four centuries, although the estate in its current form was set up in 1974. They work sustainably, allowing grass to grow between rows and working the soil rather than using herbicides. They farm 20 hectares and François Berthenet is the current winemaker.

For the Montagny 1er Cru, Les Perriéres there is a seam of unbroken limestone that runs through the higher part of the vineyard, doubtless the origin for its name. With 0.70 hectares, François has almost half the vineyard, and there is a fresh mineral edge and some sophistication to the wine that can accommodate 20% new oak, albeit all the wine is aged in 450-litre demi muids.

This wine has concentrated aromas of acacia, pear, and spices. There is a good mouthfeel with subtle oak influences and minerality that expresses the Montagny terroir. Fresh and energetic with a persistent finish that showcases the wine’s power.

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