Fernand & Laurent Pillot Chassagne Montrachet Les Vergers 1er Cru Blanc 2014 75cl zorzal underpinned by subtle toasty oak

underpinned by subtle toasty oak and defined by a soft yet dense tannin profile

"An Insolent Wine" is how the producer describes this Carignan made from the grapes off 60 year old vines

the Douro can produce brilliant reds and ports

People: Bruce Borthwick

Belleverne’s Beaujolais Villages vines are planted on light

Fernand & Laurent Pillot Chassagne Montrachet Les Vergers 1er Cru Blanc 2014 75cl zorzal underpinned by subtle toasty oakThe Pillot family have been growing grapes in Chassagne Montrachet since the 19th century. Laurent, who has been in charge of the domaine for over ten years, is the 5th generation. Today, the domaine comprises nearly 15 hectares and covers over 22 different appellations. Their modern, temperature controlled winery, on the outskirts of the village, was built in 1995, but still appears state of the art and has recently been extended. He has now been