Chassagne-Montrachet lies towards the southern end of the Côte de Beaune and is famous for its white wines, although half of its total plantings are in red. In addition to the Grand Crus, Blain-Gagnard’s holdings in Chassagne-Montrachet include two red premier crus and four white premier crus along with small holdings in Volnay and Pommard. Farming is by lutte raisonée (“reasoned struggle”). 

In the not-too-distant past, Chassagne-Montrachet produced much more red wine than white, and today, the village still produces around 50% red wine.  Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru is a blend of two top red wine climats: Morgeot and Clos-Saint-Jean where heavier soils and excellent exposure offer excellent terroir for Pinot Noir.