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Premier Cru · Blanc

Montorge

モントルジュ

Rank
Premier Cru
COMMUNE
Montagny-lès-Buxy
AREA
COLOR
Chardonnay
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Owners

2 producers
Notes · 読み物

コート・シャロネーズ地区のモンタニィ・レ・ビュクシー村に位置するモントルジュは、このアペラシオンを代表する一級畑である。栽培面積は7.12ヘクタールを擁し、シャルドネから白ワインが造られている。このクリマの主要な所有者には、ドメーヌ・ド・モントルジュや、この地域の生産を広く支える共同組合のカーヴ・ド・ビュクシーが名を連ねている。モンタニィのプルミエ・クリュは、石灰岩質の土壌を基盤としており、標高や斜面の向きによって多様な個性が表現される。モントルジュもその一角を占める重要な区画として知られ、村のワイン生産において中核的な役割を果たしている。情報の限られたクリマではあるが、主要な所有者の活動を通じてその存在感を示している。

History

Montorge is a premier cru *climat* in Montagny-lès-Buxy, at the southern end of the Côte Chalonnaise. Montagny is Burgundy's only white-wine-only commune at the premier cru level — every bottle carries the appellation Montagny Premier Cru, and no red wine is produced here.

Style & Terroir

Chardonnay, white only. No registered area data is available for this *climat*.

Notable Producers

- Cave de Buxy - Domaine de Montorge

Vintage Ratings

Côte Chalonnaise・Blanc · 1969–2024 (5-point overall, newest on right)

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2024★★★★★Drink earlyA difficult year of frost, hail and mildew. Yields dropped sharply and quality struggled, especially for reds; whites fared slightly better.
2023★★★★★Drink earlyA large, juicy crop of reds and whites with modest density. Approachable for early drinking, with strong value appeal.
2022★★★★HoldDespite the heat, perfumed, balanced reds and fresh, concentrated whites — a high-quality recent vintage.
2021★★★★★HoldA cool, frost-affected, challenging year. A return to classical, lively freshness — appealing for high-acid traditionalists.
2020★★★★★HoldAn outstanding recent vintage. Concentrated yet fresh reds and whites suited for both long aging and earlier drinking.
2019★★★★HoldExcellent results for both concentrated reds and rich whites. Classical balance and good long-term aging potential.
2018★★★★HoldA ripe yet fresh vintage. Reds are dark and concentrated; whites show depth and precision — suitable for long aging.
2017★★★★Drink nowGenerous yields and accessible, fruit-forward style. Both reds and whites drink well young — outstanding value for everyday drinking.
2016★★★★★Drink nowLess frost damage than the Côte d'Or in many sectors. Fleshy, approachable reds and whites — a solid medium-term vintage.
2015★★★★Drink nowA warm, ripe and generous year. Reds show deep fruit and structure; whites are rich and balanced — echoing the Côte d'Or.
2014★★★★Drink nowWhites with vibrant acidity were particularly strong. Reds are fresh and transparent — an elegant year across the region.
2013★★★★★Drink nowA cool, late, classical vintage. Clean and fresh with terroir definition — solid medium-term drinking with good value.
2012★★★★Drink nowFrost and hail cut yields, but survivors produced concentrated, balanced reds and whites — high quality echoing the Côte d'Or.
2011★★★★★Past peakWhites fared better than reds. Soft, approachable wines with limited aging potential — best enjoyed in their youthful freshness.
2010★★★★At peakA solid vintage with concentration and balance, benefitting from the Côte d'Or's great year. Good value across reds and whites.
2009★★★★At peakA ripe, seductive vintage; Chalonnaise also produced wines of pure fruit.
2008★★★★★At peakLate harvest yielding pure reds with attractive lean acidity.
2007★★★★★At peakAromatic, fresh wines for early to mid-term drinking.
2006★★★★At peakCharming, balanced wines drinking well now.
2005★★★★★At peakA historic vintage; Chalonnaise also produced concentrated, structured reds.
2004★★★★★At peakFresh, light reds and whites for early enjoyment; good value.
2003★★★★★Past peakRipe and rich from the heatwave but low-acid; most past prime now.
2002★★★★At peakBalanced and fruity; Chalonnaise also delivered successful wines top to bottom.
2001★★★★★At peakUneven from rain and hail; top wines show lean structure.
2000★★★★★Past peakRain softened the wines; mostly past prime now.
1999★★★★At peakA modern reference vintage; Chalonnaise produced juicy, vibrant wines.
1998★★★★★Past peakUneven due to frost and hail; only top producers stood out.
1997★★★★★Past peakRipe, soft reds for early drinking; most are past prime.
1996★★★★At peakOne of the finest recent vintages for Mercurey and Montagny; elegant whites too.
1995★★★★★Past peakRain challenged the year; top wines retained structure.
1993★★★★★Past peakThick-skinned grapes yielded structured reds; well-rated for Chalonnaise.
1992★★★★★Past peakA generous, supple vintage for early drinking.
1991★★★★★Past peakA difficult year compromised by frost and hail.
1990★★★★★Past peakA historic vintage for Chalonnaise too; the dawn of its 1990s renaissance.
1989★★★★Past peakA ripe, seductive vintage.
1988★★★★Past peakA warm September yielded structured reds and whites.
1985★★★★★Past peakA historic vintage of grace and balance; Chalonnaise shone too.
1978★★★★Past peakA late-harvest success; Chalonnaise also yielded concentrated reds.
1976★★★★Past peakA hot vintage producing structured reds in classical style.
1971★★★★Past peakA classic vintage of concentration.
1969★★★★Past peakRemembered as one of the best 1960s vintages for Cote Chalonnaise too.

Aggregated consensus from professional and trade assessments. Individual vineyards or producers may diverge.

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FAQ

Where is Montorge located?
Montorge (モントルジュ) is a vineyard (climat) located in the commune of Montagny-lès-Buxy, in the Côte Chalonnaise area of Burgundy, France.
What is the classification of Montorge?
Montorge is classified as Premier Cru (Premier Cru). In the Burgundy AOC hierarchy, it belongs to the Premier Cru tier, just below Grand Cru.
Who owns Montorge?
Montorge has 2 producers owning parcels, with a total area of Unknown. Notable owners include Cave de Buxy.
What kind of wine does Montorge produce?
Montorge primarily produces White wine (Blanc). Its style reflects the terroir of Montagny-lès-Buxy, one of Burgundy's most renowned appellations.

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