1er Cru 'Les Macherelles'

François Carillon

1er Cru 'Les Macherelles' is a white produced by François Carillon in Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru, Burgundy, France. Made from Chardonnay. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.

Type: White

Appellation: Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru

Region: Burgundy

Country: France

Grapes: Chardonnay

Tasting profile (AI-generated)

Structure: full-bodied, low tannin, high acidity, dry

This is a classic white Burgundy from a lesser-known but well-regarded Chassagne-Montrachet climat, made by a respected domaine now bottling under the Francois Carillon label after the family estate split. Expect a richly textured, dry Chardonnay with orchard fruit and hazelnut notes, balanced by the bright, mineral-driven acidity typical of the appellation. It should drink well with subtle oak influence, favoring finesse over power, and pairs beautifully with classic French seafood and poultry dishes.

When to drink

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Where it comes from

Burgundy, France

Burgundy (Bourgogne) is a historic region in eastern France, revered as the spiritual home of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and famous for its intense focus on individual vineyard sites.

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is a white grape from Burgundy that has spread to nearly every wine-growing region on earth, prized for its versatility and its ability to reflect both terroir and the winemaker's hand.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is 1er Cru 'Les Macherelles' from?

1er Cru 'Les Macherelles' is produced by François Carillon in Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru, Burgundy, France.

What grapes are in 1er Cru 'Les Macherelles'?

1er Cru 'Les Macherelles' is made from Chardonnay.