Domaine Darviot-Perrin, Chassagne-Montrachet Blanc, La Bergerie, Burgundy, France, 2023

Producer Profile

Domaine Darviot-Perrin was established in 1989 by Didier Darviot and Geneviève Perrin, merging the estates of Pierre Perrin-Ponsot and Henri-Jean Darviot.

Geneviève’s father, Pierre Perrin, was a renowned figure in Meursault and Volnay winemaking circles. The domaine spans 11ha across a clutch of prestigious Burgundy communes, including Meursault, Volnay, Chassagne-Montrachet, Monthelie, Pommard and Beaune. In 2019, Didier’s son, Pierre-Antonin Darviot, took over the winemaking duties after a distinguished career in the French Foreign Office. He is the 10th generation of the family to lead the estate and has since transitioned the domaine to certified organic farming, with certification achieved in 2022.

Viticulture

The "La Bergerie" vineyard is situated just 250 meters south of the prestigious Montrachet Grand Cru. It is one of the first plots as you enter Chassagne-Montrachet coming from Puligny-Montrachet. The vines, planted in 1919 are on clay-limestone soils with a predominance of clay. This is one of the oldest plot of the domaine and is still thriving.

Winemaking

The grapes undergo gentle, long and subtle pressing. Then the chardonnay pre-ferments for 24 hours at 9-10°C. This allows for a natural a better selection of the lees

Tasting Note

A perfumed and vibrant nose with aromas of white lilac, honey acacia and flint. The palate is voluptuous yet soft and poise with a lingering finish.

Food Matching

Seared or baked sea bass or halibut, alfredo or carbonara pasta.