2022 Domaine du Cellier aux Moines 'Les Combes' Montagny Premier Cru

• "Very Attractive. Excellent" ~94 James Suckling
• Owned by Former LVMH CEO, Philippe Pascal
• Winemaker Worked at DRC & Arnoux-Lachaux
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About the Wine

The Cellier aux Moines is a unique group of historical buildings that were originally constructed by Cistercian monks in the 11th century. Today the estate is owned by former CEO of the mega luxury brand LVMH, Philippe Pascal. Pascal has completed a full renovation of the estate transforming it into a state-of-the-art facility while maintaining the historical esthetic of the original buildings.

The estate is equipped with a gravity-fed winery and became the first certified organic & biodynamic estate in Givry. Cellier also employs biodynamic practices and stopped using herbicides and pesticides in 2006. 

Pascal has brought in some elite talent to oversee the winemaking at Domaine du Cellier aux Moines. The immensely talented winemaker, Guillaume Marko, has worked at the best of the best in Burgundy. His resume includes Domaine de la Romanée Conti, an estate that has been producing the best Pinot Noir's in the world for a long time; and Arnoux-Lachaux, who is quickly becoming one of the best producers in the Cote de Nuits.

The Domaine du Cellier aux Moines consists primarily of the 5 hectares of the Clos du Cellier aux Moines, one of Givry’s historic Premier Crus, planted with Pinot Noir. The Pascal family selected with great care and acquired several small plots of white wine grapes, in order to offer a wider range of wines. In 2007 a plot in Mercurey was acquired called “Les Margotons”. In 2012, the Domaine took over three more Premier Cru plots in the Côte de Beaune, located in Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, and Puligny-Montrachet. In 2017, it expanded to Montagny Premier Cru.

Domaine du Cellier aux Moines is a great estate in the making. It won't be long before we start to talk about du Cellier aux Moines as one of the best in Burgundy. 

Tasting Notes

100% Chardonnay. In the glass, you’ll notice a beautiful green-golden color and an inviting aroma that bursts with life. Imagine the fresh scent of tangerine and yellow peach, with a delicate hint of flowers and stone. The taste is a delightful journey, starting with earthy notes of fresh mushrooms, followed by the juicy flavors of ripe peach and pear. The finish is gently seasoned with a touch of saline and oak spice, making this vintage wonderfully balanced and full of charm.

Critical Reviews

Very attractive Amalfi lemon and lemon tart aromas plus just a hint of exotic fruit are wrapped around the elegant structure of this excellent, medium- to full-bodied Montagny. Builds to an expressive and beautifully balanced crescendo. From a 0.5-hectare plot facing southeast. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold. ~94 James Suckling

Vibrant aromas of tangerine and yellow peach mingle with iris and stone. Earthy notes of freshly picked mushrooms lead on the palate, followed by ripe peach, Bartlett pear with a subtle saline and oak-spice finish. A balanced and elegant vintage expression. ~92 Wine Enthusiast

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