2022 Domaine Chanson Beaune Le Clos des Mouches Blanc Premier Cru

Domaine Chanson has undergone a significant transformation, pivoting from its historical identity as a traditional negociant house to a premier estate-focused producer. Now managing approximately 95 hectares, the domaine is among the most significant landowners in the Cote de Beaune. Under the direction of Vincent Avenel, with head viticulturalist Justine Savoye and cellarmaster Lucy Auger, there is a meticulous emphasis on vineyard health; the estate's core Cote de Beaune holdings achieved full organic certification in 2024. In the cellar, a technical, "infusion-led" philosophy utilizes a state-of-the-art chilling tunnel to preserve varietal purity and acidity. Winemaking is precise and site-specific, typically employing roughly 50% whole-cluster fermentation for reds and conservative new oak (20% for whites, 25-30% for reds).

Other Reviews....
Firm reduction renders an evaluation of the nose impossible at present. The finer but not necessarily denser flavors possess a gorgeous mouthfeel while also coating the palate with dry extract that buffers the moderately firm, balanced and refreshingly dry finale. This is a seductive yet quite punchy Clos des Mouches and is a wine that should age effortlessly yet there is sufficient richness such that it could be enjoyed young too. Drink through 2030+.
90-93 points
Allen Meadows - Burghound

An even fuller yellow and an even more luxuriant nose, as Clos des Mouches cannot help. I still haven’t understood just why this vineyard should make such opulent, creamily textured wines. The oak is for me just a little bit too present but it should sort itself out after a light bentonite fining and filtering. Good acidity. Plenty of wine to work with here! Drink from 2028-2034.
92-95 points
Jasper Morris MW - Inside Burgundy

Chanson's white Clos des Mouches boasts an attractive ripe apple fruit aroma and hints of acacia, butter, and spice. Despite the heat of the year, there is no over-ripeness, and although the texture is creamy and rich, there is enough freshness to carry this to a pleasantly lingering finish. The grapes are from two hectares of Chanson's holdings in the Clos des Mouches, pressed as whole clusters and fermented on native yeasts with most of their lees. The result is a delight that excels in finesse but does not lack the substance to age for at least a decade. Drink 2027-2055.
93 points
Charles Curtis MW - Decanter