2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Classification Meursault Premier Cru
Region Meursault
Soil Calcareous clay
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture and 100% manual harvest. Vinification used 100% whole grapes followed by 24 hours of static settling. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations took place in oak barrels. Maturation lasted 18 months, including 6 months in stainless-steel tank; oak-barrel use was stated as 100%, with 25% new barrels.
Tasting Notes Powerful nose and palate; fruit, pastry and brioche; deep, full palate with persistent aromas
Food Pairing Poached lobster with vegetables; cauliflower cream with caviar; Époisses
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2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2026-2035
Classification Meursault Premier Cru
Region Meursault
Soil Calcareous clay
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 35
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Production Details The vineyard was planted in 1990. Viticulture is HVE Level 3 and harvest is 100% manual. Site altitude is stated as 250–300 m. Vinification used 100% whole grapes followed by 24 hours of static settling. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations took place in oak barrels. Maturation lasted 18 months, including 6 months in stainless-steel tank; oak-barrel use was stated as 100%, with 25% new barrels. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Ample and generous; straight, balanced structure; hazelnut and dried fruit; mature, refined aromatic expression
Food Pairing Poached lobster with vegetables; cauliflower cream with caviar; Époisses
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2026-2035
Classification Meursault Premier Cru
Region Meursault
Soil Calcareous clay
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 30
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture and 100% manual harvest. Site altitude is stated as 250–300 m. Vinification used 100% whole grapes followed by 24 hours of static settling. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations took place in oak barrels. Maturation lasted 18 months, including 6 months in stainless-steel tank; oak-barrel use was stated as 100%, with 25% new barrels. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Powerful nose and palate; fruit, pastry and brioche; deep, full palate with persistent aromas
Food Pairing Poached lobster with vegetables; cauliflower cream with caviar; Époisses
2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2023-2028
Classification Meursault Premier Cru
Region Meursault
Soil Calcareous clay
Harvest Dates 27 Aug 2018 to 15 Sep 2018
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age 30
Pressing Method Immediate, Gentle Pneumatic Pressing
Production Details HVE Level 3 viticulture and 100% manual harvest. Site altitude is stated as 250–300 m. The fruit was 100% crushed grapes and was immediately and gently pressed pneumatically. Maturation lasted 18 months, including 5 months in stainless-steel tank; oak-barrel use was stated as 100%, with 28% new barrels. Recommended serving temperature is 12–14°C.
Tasting Notes Structured and concentrated; hazelnut, white fruit and mirabelle; long, elegant finish
Food Pairing River fish; cooked pressed cheeses such as Comté and Cîteaux
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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