2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2027-2036
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Vergers"
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Red, Stony, Clay-limestone soil over chassagne-montrachet rock
Orientation North-East
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 29
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Oak Types Oak
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture; 100% manual harvest; listed production area 1.71 ha (the vineyard narrative rounds this to 1.70 ha); altitude 230–250 m; 100% whole grapes; 24-hour static settling; 18 months of maturation, including 6 months in stainless-steel tank; barrel phase was 100% oak, including 25% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Sharp, energetic aromas of citrus and fresh almond; intense and explosive, with pronounced freshness.
Food Pairing Pan-seared scallops
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2026-2035
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Vergers"
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Red, Stony, Clay-limestone soil over chassagne-montrachet rock
Orientation North-East
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 29
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Oak Types Oak
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture; 100% manual harvest; production area 1.71 ha (the narrative rounds the clos to 1.70 ha); altitude 230–250 m; 100% whole grapes; 24-hour static settling; 18 months of maturation, including 6 months in stainless-steel tank; barrel phase was 100% oak, including 25% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Supple, soft texture with orchard fruit and subtle toasted notes; harmonious and refined.
Food Pairing Fresh goat cheese
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2026-2035
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Vergers"
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Red, Stony, Clay-limestone soil over chassagne-montrachet rock
Orientation North-East
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 29
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Oak Types Oak
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture; 100% manual harvest; production area 1.71 ha; altitude 230–250 m; vines planted in 1996; 100% whole grapes; 24-hour static settling; 18 months of maturation, including 6 months in stainless-steel tank; barrel phase was 100% oak, including 10% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Sugared almond and fresh-fruit aromas; apricot and nectarine on the palate, finishing fresh and savory.
Food Pairing Fresh goat cheese
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2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2026-2035
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Vergers"
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Red, Stony, Clay-limestone soil over chassagne-montrachet rock
Orientation North-East
Harvest Dates Harvest began on 20 September 2021
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 26
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Oak Types Oak
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture; 100% manual harvest; production area 1.71 ha; altitude 230–250 m; 100% whole grapes; 24-hour static settling; 18 months of maturation, including 6 months in stainless-steel tank; barrel phase was 100% oak, including 10% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Silky, charming and generous, with fresh apricot and mineral notes.
Food Pairing Fresh goat cheese
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2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2025-2030
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Vergers"
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Red, Stony, Clay-limestone soil over chassagne-montrachet rock
Orientation North-East
Harvest Dates The entire harvest took place during August 2020
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 26
Pressing Method Immediate Gentle Pneumatic Pressing
Oak Types Oak
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture; 100% manual harvest; production area 1.71 ha; altitude 230–250 m; 100% whole grapes; 17 months of maturation, including 5 months in stainless-steel tank; barrel phase was 100% oak, including 25% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Orange blossom, a racy and streamlined palate, and a vivid, lively finish.
Food Pairing Monkfish or salmon with dill; delicate white meat such as veal
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2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2024-2029
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Vergers"
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Red, Stony, Clay-limestone soil over chassagne-montrachet rock
Orientation North-East
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 26
Pressing Method Immediate Gentle Pneumatic Pressing
Oak Types Oak
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture; 100% manual harvest; production area 1.71 ha; altitude 230–250 m; 100% crushed grapes; 17 months of maturation, including 5 months in stainless-steel tank; barrel phase was 100% oak, including 20% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Orange blossom, a racy and streamlined palate, and a vivid, lively finish.
Food Pairing Monkfish or salmon with dill; delicate white meat such as veal
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2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2023-2028
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Vergers"
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Red, Stony clay-limestone soil over chassagne-montrachet rock
Orientation North-East
Harvest Dates 27 August-15 September 2018
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 26
Pressing Method Immediate Gentle Pneumatic Pressing
Oak Types Oak
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture; 100% manual harvest; production area 1.71 ha; altitude 230–250 m; 100% crushed grapes; 16 months of maturation, including 4 months assembled in bulk; barrel component was 100%, with 20–25% new barrels. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Rich but not excessively powerful, combining honey, sweet almond, ripe apple and orange blossom with a racy palate and lively finish.
Food Pairing Monkfish or salmon with dill; fine white meat such as veal in sauce
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2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2022-2026
Classification Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Vergers"
Region Chassagne-Montrachet
Soil Red, Stony, Clay-limestone soil over chassagne-montrachet rock
Orientation North-East
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 26
Pressing Method Immediate Gentle Pneumatic Pressing
Oak Types Oak
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture; 100% manual harvest; production area 1.71 ha; altitude 230–250 m; 100% crushed grapes; 16 months of maturation, including 5 months in stainless-steel tank; barrel phase was 100% oak, including 25% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Orange blossom, a racy and streamlined palate, and a vivid, lively finish.
Food Pairing Monkfish or salmon with dill; delicate white meat such as veal
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Place du Monument, 21190 Puligny-Montrachet, France
Phone
+33 3 80 21 37 65
Owner
Leflaive family
Cellarmaster
Frédéric Milan