Château de la Maltroye 'Clos Saint-Jean' 1er Cru Chassagne Montrachet Rouge 2018 HOWELL MOUNTAIN The bottling includes grapes from

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Château de la Maltroye 'Clos Saint-Jean' 1er Cru Chassagne Montrachet Rouge 2018 HOWELL MOUNTAIN The bottling includes grapes fromHints of wood complement the spicy purple fruit and earthy aromas in this wine. With a succulent, rounded texture, it offers solid density and mid palate volume, culminating in a balanced and firm finish with a touch of stony character. Elegant and toasty with vanilla undertones, it's truly delightful. Chassagne Montrachet Clos St. Jean: (from sandy and rather light soil). A somber but spicier nose of plum and various wild dark berries is trimmed in