Bourgogne AOC Montagny Blanc 2021 Marthe Henry

What kind of wine is it

Montagny Blanc by Marthe Henry is a dry white wine made from Chardonnay grapes in the Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy. The style is fresh, precise, and mineral-driven thanks to spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Aging in used oak barrels without clarification or invasive filtration preserves aromatic purity and structure, offering a genuine expression of the terroir.

Where it comes from

The Montagny Blanc vines are located on the hills of the Côte Chalonnaise, south of the Côte de Beaune. The continental climate with mild summers and cool springs favors slow ripening and stable acidity. The limestone and marl soils, rich in fossils, support a pronounced minerality and a typical aromatic finesse of Chardonnay from this area.

How it is made

Harvesting is done with attention to the health of the grape clusters and ideal ripeness. In the winery, spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts enhances the nuances of the terroir. Aging for about 18 months in used oak barrels provides a measured oxygen contribution that softens the texture without overshadowing the fruit. The absence of clarification and invasive filtration ensures integrity and expressive precision.

Tasting notes

On sight, Montagny Blanc is straw yellow with golden reflections. The nose reveals notes of citrus, white flowers, and almond, with a mineral trace recalling chalk and wet stone. On the palate, it is taut and fresh on the attack, with a balanced structure and a long persistence featuring citrus nuances and an elegant finish balanced between acidity and substance.

What to pair it with

Chardonnay easily pairs with fish dishes, shellfish, and delicate preparations like baked sea bass or seared scallops. The minerality supports light butter- or citrus-based sauces, spring vegetables, and herb risottos. Among cheeses, it matches well with soft cheeses with a bloomy rind like Brie and Camembert, as well as fresh goat cheeses. Also excellent with gougères or jambon persillé.

When to serve it

Montagny Blanc works both as a gourmet aperitif and throughout a full meal, thanks to its freshness and structure. Recommended serving at 10–12 °C in medium-sized glasses to bring out the aromatic profile. The wine is ready to drink, while aging in oak and balanced acidity suggest a good evolution in the bottle with complexity and minerality remaining integrated over time.