The 2022 Feuillat-Juillot Montagny 1er Cru Les Vignes de Françoise is a distinguished white Burgundy from one of Montagny’s benchmark producers. Named in honour of Françoise Feuillat, this Premier Cru cuvée is sourced from some of the estate’s finest old-vine Chardonnay parcels planted on the limestone-rich slopes of Montagny. Domaine Feuillat-Juillot is renowned for producing wines of exceptional precision and terroir expression, and this cuvée represents one of the estate’s most complete and age-worthy offerings.
The nose reveals white peach, ripe pear and lemon curd alongside notes of acacia blossom, toasted hazelnut and subtle flinty minerality. The palate is rich yet beautifully focused, combining concentrated stone fruit with vibrant acidity and a pronounced chalky backbone. Layers of citrus zest, almond and gentle oak spice add complexity, while the finish is long, mineral and elegantly persistent. The outstanding 2022 vintage brings both generosity and freshness, creating a wine of remarkable balance and sophistication.
Ben’s Recommendation:
A superb Premier Cru Burgundy that delivers the refinement and complexity often associated with far more expensive Côte de Beaune wines. Elegant, layered and highly food-friendly, it pairs beautifully with lobster, scallops, roast chicken, turbot and creamy seafood dishes. Enjoy now with a brief decant, or cellar through 2035–2040 as it develops greater texture, savoury depth and complexity.
