Domaine Michel Niellon

Les Champgains Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru Chardonnay

9.1122 ratings
9.043 pro ratings
Chassagne-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Eric Urbani

Some reduction as expected

Some reduction as expected

Jul 12th, 2022
Lee Pitofsky

Blind tasted...called Chassagne 2015 1er Cru

Blind tasted...called Chassagne 2015 1er Cru

Jul 13th, 2019
Mike Saviage

From the Grasings list in Carmel. PnP. Lt gold. Vibrant. Fruit forward nose. Notes of lemon, earthy peach, dirty gravel and white clay. Acidity is delicate but grows with air. More fruit dominated though. This can certainly get better with more time in the btl.

From the Grasings list in Carmel. PnP. Lt gold. Vibrant. Fruit forward nose. Notes of lemon, earthy peach, dirty gravel and white clay. Acidity is delicate but grows with air. More fruit dominated though. This can certainly get better with more time in the btl.

Jun 16th, 2019
Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.2

More reductive than the Niellons of the past

More reductive than the Niellons of the past

Apr 17th, 2019
Vino Kaela

A little closed down upon first opening but with plenty of air, the aromatics really begin to show. The nose is very enticing and floral with red and white flowers mixed in with fresh Provencal herbs, hummus, pepper, mushrooms and gorgeous red berry fruits. Overall an impressive level of complexity on the aromatics but not surprising considering the world class winemaker behind the wine. The palate tightens on the fruit, pushing a more under-ripe red fruit tones followed up by mouthwatering acidity and soft tannins to clear the palate. Drink now and over the next three years

A little closed down upon first opening but with plenty of air, the aromatics really begin to show. The nose is very enticing and floral with red and white flowers mixed in with fresh Provencal herbs, hummus, pepper, mushrooms and gorgeous red berry fruits. Overall an impressive level of complexity on the aromatics but not surprising considering the world class winemaker behind the wine. The palate tightens on the fruit, pushing a more under-ripe red fruit tones followed up by mouthwatering acidity and soft tannins to clear the palate. Drink now and over the next three years

Nov 30th, 2016
Bob Bryden

Founder The Lake Sommelier, LLC, Author Wine Talk

9.1

Green apple, lemon peal laced with yeasty fresh baked bread. Great with broiled halibut in butter based broth.

Green apple, lemon peal laced with yeasty fresh baked bread. Great with broiled halibut in butter based broth.

Sep 24th, 2016
Nathaniel DiMaggio

Kicking buttocks! Tons of acid, great mid palate richness. Tons of lemon. A treat!

Kicking buttocks! Tons of acid, great mid palate richness. Tons of lemon. A treat!

Feb 3rd, 2016
Charles Antin

Senior Wine Specialist/Auctioneer Zachys

9.3

@Stu Jakub love at first sight.

@Stu Jakub love at first sight.

Jan 30th, 2016
Mike Saviage

Light yellow gold. Heavy and viscous in the glass. Lemon, matchstick, river stone in the nose. Huge mouth feel with petrol, spice, apricot and a little honey. Rich. Long finish. Can probably improve a bit with more age but why wait.

Light yellow gold. Heavy and viscous in the glass. Lemon, matchstick, river stone in the nose. Huge mouth feel with petrol, spice, apricot and a little honey. Rich. Long finish. Can probably improve a bit with more age but why wait.

Jan 10th, 2016
Mike Smith

Owner/Winemaker Myriad Cellars

8.1

Bummer. Slightly corked.

Bummer. Slightly corked.

Apr 6th, 2015