The producer
Although dating back pre-Revolution, the estate named de Montille was formed in 1863 with substantial holdings of famous vineyards the length of the Cote d’Or. Over the decades vineyards were sold off so Hubert de Montille inherited barely three hectares of – luckily - the best vineyards of Volnay and a little Pommard Rugiens in 1947.
Hubert was passionate about his vineyards adding parcels when they became available. He also commenced bottling his own wines, and wines made in a fashion that he wanted – terroir-driven and individual at that time. His son Etienne has driven the estate since 2001 adopting biodynamics and a cellar regime designed to add silk and sexiness to already wonderful wines.
Now the estate has 35ha including, since 2005, a piece in Clos de Vougeot and another in Vosne-Romanee Grand Cru contender Les Malconsorts, which neighbours La Tache. The Chateau de Puligny-Montrachet was purchased in 2012 and the renovated cellars are now used by the estate.
The wine
The 5.86 hectares Aux Malconsorts premier cru is located directly south of La Tache grand cru and is considered by many to be as close to grand cru quality as any premier cru from the village gets. The wines are richly black-fruited and with exceptional density of flavour.
