Category: | White Wines |
Sub-Category: | White Wines |
Producer: | Domaine Leflaive |
Label Name: | Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Pucelles |
Vintage: | 2022 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Puligny-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy |
Volume: | 1500ml |
ABV: | 13.5% |
Grape(s): | Chardonnay |
Acidity: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 12-14°C |
Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 95 points (2024). Additional high praise from Jasper Morris (93–96) and Burghound (approx. 91–94). Technical and tasting details also listed by Olivier Leflaive and Wine. com
Tasting Note
Pure, focused Chardonnay with citrus, green apple, white flowers, almond and wet-stone minerality. Vivid acidity, sappy mid-palate and a concentrated, saline finish with a powerful, long mouthfeel.
Food Pairing
Seared scallops or lobster (Western); sole or risotto with mushrooms; roast chicken with truffle. Asian pairings: sashimi or sushi, miso-glazed black cod, tempura prawns, and delicate Thai or Vietnamese fish dishes.
Production Method
Biodynamic viticulture; manual harvest, gentle pneumatic pressing, 24h static settling. Alcoholic fermentation in oak casks (≈22% new), 12 months in cask then 6 months in tank; light fining/filtration.
Vineyard Info
Domaine Leflaive: historic Puligny estate (family presence since 1717) owning three Les Pucelles parcels (~3.06 ha). Renowned for biodynamic practices and top-tier Burgundies.