1982 Maison Leroy Chassagne Montrachet Premier Cru

Madame Lalou Bize-Leroy commenced her journey as a négociant at Maison Leroy, an establishment established in Auxey-Duresses back in 1868 by her great grandfather, François. Over time, her reputation has expanded globally within the realm of exquisite wines, as she became a co-owner and former co-director of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. Additionally, she serves as the driving force behind Domaine Leroy and Domaine d'Auvenay, the latter being her personal domain located in Saint-Romain. In 2015, she marked her 50th vintage of curating wines for the family négociant enterprise, consistently displaying the skill and discernment that led to her being dubbed the "Guardian of Great Wines."

Maison Leroy plays a pivotal role within the Leroy portfolio, offering a plethora of wines meticulously chosen by Madame Lalou Bize-Leroy herself. With a lifetime of experience crafting wines from nearly every appellation in the Côte d'Or region, she stands as one of the most seasoned vignerons and tasters in the area. Lalou makes her selections for Maison wines through blind tastings of hundreds of wines annually, opting for the finest offerings. Her choices are devoid of any obligations to growers, enabling her to make decisions solely based on quality. It is widely recognized that she is willing to pay a premium for the wines she selects, granting her the ability to pick only the finest expressions of each unique terroir. Her substantial reputation relies on her refined palate and comprehensive market knowledge, as she handpicks the entire Maison assortment based solely on her tastings. Following the initial selection process, the wines are nurtured at the domaine and chosen for release when she deems them to be at their peak. This distinguishes Maison Leroy as one of the few establishments capable of providing two, three, or even four-decade-old wines that have remained untouched in the cellar since their bottling.