The 2023 Marc-Antonin Blain Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru “Boudriotte” Blanc is a finely detailed white Burgundy from one of Chassagne-Montrachet’s most exciting emerging producers. Marc-Antonin Blain, descended from the renowned Blain-Gagnard family, works with a low-intervention philosophy focused on terroir transparency, restrained élevage and precision-driven winemaking.
La Boudriotte is a respected Premier Cru climat bordering Morgeot, often producing wines that show a slightly more mineral, focused and tension-driven expression of Chassagne-Montrachet. The vineyard features a complex mix of white clay, limestone and darker clay soils, contributing both texture and precision to the wine. Older vines — some exceeding 70 years of age — add further depth and concentration.
The nose is refined and expressive, showing lemon zest, white peach and pear layered with crushed stone, struck flint and delicate oak spice. The 2023 vintage combines ripe fruit concentration with freshness and energy, while restrained oak usage allows the vineyard character to remain front and centre. Merchants consistently describe the wine as mineral-driven, composed and quietly powerful.
On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with vibrant acidity and a beautifully controlled texture. Citrus, orchard fruit and saline mineral notes are supported by chalky tension and subtle lees complexity, leading to a long, precise and energetic finish. Compared to broader Chassagne sites such as Morgeot, Boudriotte often leans more toward finesse, minerality and linearity while still retaining excellent depth and ageing potential. The 2023 vintage is especially attractive for its balance between approachability and cellar structure.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a fantastic “insider Premier Cru Burgundy” for customers looking to discover rising producers before broader market recognition arrives. Compared to richer Meursault styles, it’s more saline, focused and tension-driven; compared to Puligny-Montrachet, it offers slightly more texture while retaining superb precision. Marc-Antonin Blain’s wines are increasingly sought after because they combine classical Chassagne character with a modern sense of restraint and purity. La Boudriotte is particularly exciting for Burgundy collectors who appreciate minerality and finesse over overt richness. The 2023 vintage already shows impressive harmony but will reward patience beautifully. Drink from 2027 onwards or with extended decanting now, and cellar for 10–15+ years. Perfect with lobster, scallops, turbot or refined French cuisine.
