2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2025-2031
Region Santenay
Soil Calcareous clay
Sites Les Bras, Sous la fée and Sous Roche
Vine Age 41
Production Details Sustainable viticulture and 100% manual harvest. Producer-listed production area is 50 ha and altitude is 250–300 m. Grapes were partially crushed and underwent 24-hour static settling. Élevage lasted 12 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; the sheet also specifies 100% oak barrels. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Delicate aromas of fresh mango, pear and white pepper; dense yet fluid palate with balanced fruit flavors.
Food Pairing Chicken in cream sauce or seafood in sauce
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2024-2030
Region Santenay
Soil Calcareous clay
Sites Les Bras, Sous la fée and Sous Roche
Vine Age 41
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Production Details Sustainable viticulture and 100% manual harvest. Producer-listed production area is 50 ha and altitude is 250–300 m. Grapes were 100% crushed, followed by 24-hour static settling. Élevage lasted 12 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; the barrel program was 100% oak with 13% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Ripe white fruit with a delicate woody note; harmonious and refreshing palate.
Food Pairing Chicken in cream sauce or seafood in sauce
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2022-2028
Region Santenay
Soil Calcareous clay
Sites Les Bras, Sous la fée and Sous Roche
Vine Age 41
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Production Details Sustainable viticulture and 100% manual harvest. Producer-listed production area is 50 ha and altitude is 250–300 m. Grapes were 100% crushed, followed by 24-hour static settling. Élevage lasted 12 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; the barrel program was 100% oak with 13% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Ripe white fruit with a delicate woody note; harmonious and refreshing palate.
Food Pairing Chicken in cream sauce or seafood in sauce
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2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Chardonnay
Drinking Window 2021-2027
Region Santenay
Soil Calcareous clay
Sites Les Bras, Sous la fée and Sous Roche
Vine Age 41
Pressing Method Immediate Gentle Pneumatic Pressing
Production Details Sustainable viticulture and 100% manual harvest. The producer page lists a production area of 254.13 ha and altitude of 250–300 m. Grapes were 100% crushed. Élevage lasted 12 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; the barrel program was 100% oak with 20% new oak. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Ripe white fruit with a delicate woody note; harmonious and refreshing palate.
Food Pairing Chicken in cream sauce or seafood in sauce
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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