Paul Pillot, Chassagne-Montrachet, 2023 reasonable cellar 2024 Arette Tequila

Arette Tequila

this is the galets-focused counterpart to his Tradition bottling—more Provençal aromatics

and green apple with white peach

pear and ginger on the palate

Mauro created the iconic Monprivato bottling in 1970

Paul Pillot, Chassagne-Montrachet, 2023 reasonable cellar 2024 Arette TequilaThis is the entry point to Chassagne blancthe broadest expression of an appellation that sings in many keys. From village level parcels across the commune, Pillot assembles a white that captures the essence: Granny Smith apple and white peach with smoky minerality running underneath, a wine with genuine amplitude and power despite its modest designation. Drink this and you'll understand why collectors chase Chassagne. This is terroir made accessible.