Established in 1959 when Jacques Gagnard married Marie-Josèphe Delagrange, Gagnard-Delagrange is one of the best domaines in Chassagne-Montrachet. After Jacques’ death in 2009, Marie Josèphe took over the remaining three hectares. The approach remains traditional but several innovations have been made in recent years including the introduction of competing grasses between vines to force the roots into the limestone.

In the cellar, the fruit goes through a spontaneous fermentation and the wines are aged in barrels for 15-18 months, with around 15% new oak for the Premier Crus and a little more for Grand Cru. The 2023 harvest took place between 3rd and 9th September. They started early in the morning with a ‘bonne sieste’ over lunch to avoid the heat of the day. The musts were cooled prior to fermentation. Elegantly balanced with lovely freshness and great fruit expression, the 2023 is an excellent vintage.