While Chassagne is world-famous for its Chardonnay, this Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge proves that Pinot Noir can play the lead role with just as much elegance. Grown in limestone soils peppered with pebbles and sand, these grapes are handpicked with more care than a first date. Under the watchful eye of technical director Alain Serveau and vineyard guru Christophe Chavel, the fruit undergoes fermentation in temperature-controlled conical oak vats using only natural yeasts—because why mess with Mother Nature’s recipe? The wine then enjoys a luxurious 14 to 16-month nap in oak barrels (about 25% new wood), allowing it to develop a sophisticated structure without becoming "over-oaked" or dramatic.