This 2021 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Encégnières from Etienne Sauzet, a revered producer, promises a precise and elegant expression of Chardonnay. On the nose, expect delicate aromas of white flowers, lemon zest, green apple, and wet stone, underpinned by subtle hints of toasted nuts, vanilla, and a touch of butter from judicious oak aging. The palate will be vibrant and fresh, showcasing crisp acidity, a medium body, and a lovely tension between ripe citrus fruit, orchard fruit, and pronounced minerality. The finish should be long, saline, and complex, leaving a lingering impression of classic white Burgundy terroir.