Awards/Ratings

Representative scores for the 2014: average ~91/100. Burghound 90-92; Vinous (Stephen Tanzer) 90-91; Neal Martin (Wine Advocate) 92; Wine Enthusiast ~94; Wine Spectator ~91

Tasting Note

Aromas of white peach, apricot blossom, lemon zest and white flowers with subtle vanilla/oak. Saline, stony minerality, crisp acidity, broad textured mid-palate and a long, precise citrus-tinged finish.

Food Pairing

Grilled scallops, lobster or prawns, roasted chicken with cream sauce, foie gras, creamy pasta (western); miso-glazed black cod, tempura prawns, sushi (fatty tuna), lightly spiced Thai prawn curry (asian).

Production Method

Biodynamic viticulture; manual harvest, pneumatic pressing; fermentation in oak barrels (≈22% new); élevage ~12–16 months in barrel then tank; light fining and light filtration.

Vineyard Info

Domaine Leflaive — benchmark white Burgundy producer. Sous le Dos d'Âne is a former parcel (1.62 ha) replanted in 1995/2004, located high on the Meursault slope near Blagny.