Montrachet lies on a natural, even slope, around 840ft (256m) above sea level. The underlying rocks date from the Jurassic (175 million years BC).Another unique factor in the Montrachet terroir is that the soil contains manganese, which is absent in Chevalier-Montrachet or Batard-Montrachet.The entire Montrachet area is sheltered by the three-way hills surrounding the area, giving it the best temperature, rainfall and wind conditions of all Burgundy.The vines are angled southeast, exposing them to the sunshine that’s essential to the ripening process. The slope of the vineyard with its stony limestone soil allows for excellent drainage. The vines grow deep, healthy roots into the limestone to access the water and minerals there.The limestone soil also helps to reflect the light up to the vine canopy, which allows the grapes to reach optimal ripeness. Most of the vineyards use organic and traditional methods to cultivate the vines - such as using horses instead of tractors to prevent compacting the soil.Let’s move onto the wines made in this region.
