Au Chaniot
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A discreet lieu-dit within Puligny-Montrachet's Les Folatières, producing mineral Chardonnay rarely seen on labels.
Au Chaniot is a distinct climat section within Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Folatières, situated on the Côte de Beaune slope. It sits below the Peux Bois area at 250 to 300 meters elevation on east-facing clay and limestone soils. The name appears rarely on labels, as wines are typically sold under the broader Les Folatières designation.
- Lieu-dit within Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Folatières
- One of four distinct climat sections within Les Folatières
- Located on the slope below Peux Bois
- East-facing aspect at 250 to 300 meters elevation
- Soils composed of clay and limestone
- Planted exclusively with Chardonnay
- Name is rarely seen on producer labels
Location and Classification
Au Chaniot occupies a specific parcel within the larger Les Folatières Premier Cru in Puligny-Montrachet, one of the most prestigious white wine appellations in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune. It is classified as a lieu-dit, representing one of four distinct climat sections that make up Les Folatières. The vineyard sits on the slope below Peux Bois, at elevations ranging from 250 to 300 meters. Wines produced here carry the Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Folatières appellation; the Au Chaniot name appears on labels only occasionally, making it one of Burgundy's lesser-known sub-parcels.
- Part of Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Folatières
- One of four climat sections within Les Folatières
- Elevation range of 250 to 300 meters
- Located below the Peux Bois parcel on the Côte de Beaune slope
Terroir
The vineyard benefits from a classic Côte de Beaune terroir profile. East-facing slopes capture the morning sun, which promotes even ripening while preserving natural acidity in the fruit. The soils are a combination of clay and limestone, a pairing typical of the great white wine sites of the Côte de Beaune. The limestone contributes to the mineral character and fine texture associated with Puligny-Montrachet, while the clay fraction retains moisture and adds structure. The climate is broadly continental, with Mediterranean influences that bring warm, sunny growing seasons balanced by cool nights.
- East-facing aspect with morning sun exposure
- Clay and limestone soils typical of the Côte de Beaune
- Continental climate with Mediterranean influences
- Terroir supports mineral-driven, structured Chardonnay
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Chardonnay from Au Chaniot reflects the signature Puligny-Montrachet style: mineral, elegant, and fresh, with the precision and fine texture that the appellation is known for. Because the lieu-dit name is rarely featured on labels, most wine is marketed under the Les Folatières Premier Cru designation. Producers working with fruit from this section include Philippe Chavy, Thomas Collardot, and Génot-Boulanger, all of whom produce wines that showcase the refined character of this part of the slope.
- Philippe Chavy produces wine from this lieu-dit
- Thomas Collardot and Génot-Boulanger also work with Au Chaniot fruit
- Wines are typically sold as Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Folatières
- Style is mineral, elegant, and fresh
Mineral and precise, with fresh citrus and orchard fruit, fine acidity, and a characteristic chalky, stony texture on the finish. The east-facing terroir and limestone-rich soils drive tension and length over opulence.
- Philippe Chavy Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatières$80-110Chavy works with fruit from Au Chaniot, producing a textbook mineral and focused Les Folatières.Find →
- Génot-Boulanger Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatières$75-100Estate sources from within Les Folatières including the Au Chaniot section, delivering classic Puligny precision.Find →
- Thomas Collardot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatières$70-95Collardot's version offers access to this rarely labelled lieu-dit through the broader Folatières designation.Find →
- Au Chaniot is a lieu-dit and one of four climat sections within Les Folatières Premier Cru in Puligny-Montrachet.
- Wines carry the Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Folatières appellation; the Au Chaniot name rarely appears on labels.
- Terroir is east-facing clay and limestone at 250 to 300 meters elevation.
- Only Chardonnay is grown here, consistent with all white Puligny-Montrachet appellations.
- Notable producers include Philippe Chavy, Thomas Collardot, and Génot-Boulanger.