Xavier Monnot Monthelie Les Duresses 2017 Bottle:1 His decision was anything but

His decision was anything but a whim

After a cold winter and spring with plenty of frosts

with a mineral-laden finish

The result is a beautiful blend with richness and depth

People sometimes think The Dissident is made up of wines that don’t make the cut in the final blends of the Dead Horse and Long Haul

Xavier Monnot Monthelie Les Duresses 2017 Bottle:1 His decision was anything butMonthelie Les Duresses should possess a backbone of acidity and elevated fragrance thanks to its ascending location on the hill above the village. The salty and mineral character of this wine might come across as austere to some tasters if it weren't for 12 months aging in 20% percent new small French oak barrels which lend roundness and notes of toast and vanilla.