Domaine René Lequin-Colin

Burgundy | Côte de Beaune | Santenay

The wines of this domaine emphasize purity and transparency. From 1er and grand cru holdings in Santenay and Chassagne-Montrachet, vigneron François Lequin lets each site speak in the clearest possible voice through organic farming and “a small hand” in the cellar. There is a bright freshness to the wines, from the Retour aux Racines that is a complete departure from basic Bourgogne Blanc to the regal, but never overbearing Bâtard-Montrachet. The pinot noirs are charming and fruit-driven, marked by drinkability and finesse. Altogether, the Lequin-Colin range represents a rare opportunity to tap into tremendous quality and value in Burgundy.

Domaine René Lequin-Colin 2020 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Vergers

François has two impressive plots in this renowned 1er Cru, one which was planted in 1987 and the other was planted in the 1950s. Both plots are located in the northwest corner of the Cru, totaling 0.46 ha, and border the 1er Cru sites of “Les Chaumées” and “Clos Saint-Jean.” Lequin’s Vergers is his most taut in the Premier Cru range; it is marked more by structure and acidity than fullness and creaminess.

  • 2020
  • Chardonnay
  • Premier Cru
  • France
  • Burgundy
  • Côte de Beaune
  • Certified Organic by Ecocert
  • Les Vergers
  • Southwest
  • Clay, limestone
  • 12 months neutral barrel (20% new), 3 months stainless
  • Neutral barrel (20% new)
  • <2.0
  • 750 ml

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