2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 2028-2036
Classification Volnay Premier Cru, Champans
Region Volnay
Soil Brown limestone soil with relatively little clay, Over a pearly limestone slab, With gravel cover
Vine Age 50
Fermentation Vessels Open vats
Oak Details 25% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak25%
Production Details Sustainable viticulture; production area stated as 11.19 ha; mid-slope site at 250–260 m; harvest was 100% manual and the fruit was 100% destemmed. Alcoholic fermentation took place in open vats for 15 days. Maturation lasted 16 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; 100% of the wine was matured in oak barrels, 25% new. Recommended serving temperature is 17–19°C.
Tasting Notes Spices and red fruit; supple tannins; velvety, delicate, bright and elegant
Food Pairing Slow-cooked duck breast, new-potato skewer and pepper sauce
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 2027-2035
Classification Volnay Premier Cru, Champans
Region Volnay
Soil Brown limestone soil with relatively little clay, Over a pearly limestone slab, With gravel cover
Vine Age 50
Fermentation Vessels Open vats
Oak Details 25% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak25%
Production Details Sustainable viticulture; production area stated as 11.19 ha; mid-slope site at 250–260 m; harvest was 100% manual and the fruit was 100% destemmed. Alcoholic fermentation took place in open vats for 18 days. Maturation lasted 16 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; 100% of the wine was matured in oak barrels, 25% new. Recommended serving temperature is 17–19°C.
Tasting Notes Ripe fruit and menthol; fresh-sweet contrast; dense, fleshy palate
Food Pairing Quail skewers, beef stew or oven-roasted duck
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 2023-2033
Classification Volnay Premier Cru, Champans
Region Volnay
Soil Brown limestone soil with relatively little clay, Over a pearly limestone slab, With gravel cover
Orientation South/Southeast, Mid-Slope
Vine Age 50
Fermentation Vessels Open vats
Oak Details 25% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak25%
Unfined Yes
Production Details Sustainable viticulture; production area stated as 11.19 ha; harvest was 100% manual, with cellar sorting for healthy fruit at optimal maturity, followed by 100% destemming. Alcoholic fermentation took place in open vats for 21 days. Maturation lasted 16 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; 100% of the wine was matured in oak barrels, 25% new. Recommended serving temperature is 17–19°C.
Tasting Notes Cherry, blackberry and floral aromas; pepper, licorice and delicate woody nuances
Food Pairing Quail skewers, beef stew or oven-roasted duck
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 2022-2032
Classification Volnay Premier Cru, Champans
Region Volnay
Soil Brown limestone soil with relatively little clay, Over a pearly limestone slab, With gravel cover
Vine Age 50
Fermentation Vessels Open vats
Oak Details 20% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak20%
Production Details Sustainable viticulture; production area stated as 11.19 ha; mid-slope site at 250–260 m; harvest was 100% manual and the fruit was 100% destemmed. Alcoholic fermentation took place in open vats for 21 days. Maturation lasted 16 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; 100% of the wine was matured in oak barrels, 20% new. Recommended serving temperature is 17–19°C.
Tasting Notes Cherry, blackberry and floral aromas; pepper, licorice and delicate woody nuances
Food Pairing Quail skewers, beef stew or oven-roasted duck
Sources: olivier-leflaive.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 2022-2032
Classification Volnay Premier Cru, Champans
Region Volnay
Soil Brown limestone soil with relatively little clay, Over a pearly limestone slab, With gravel cover
Vine Age 50
Fermentation Vessels Open vats
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Production Details Sustainable viticulture; production area stated as 11.19 ha; mid-slope site at 250–260 m; harvest was 100% manual. Grapes were sorted on arrival for health and optimal ripeness, then 100% destemmed. Alcoholic fermentation took place in open vats for 22 days. Maturation lasted 17 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; 100% of the wine was matured in oak barrels, 30% new. Recommended serving temperature is 17–19°C.
Tasting Notes Cherry, blackberry and floral aromas; pepper, licorice and delicate woody nuances
Food Pairing Quail skewers, beef stew or oven-roasted duck
Sources: olivier-leflaive.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 2021-2031
Classification Volnay Premier Cru, Champans
Region Volnay
Soil Brown limestone soil with relatively little clay, Over a pearly limestone slab, With gravel cover
Harvest Dates Producer-wide 2018 harvest period: 2018-08-27 to 15 Sep 2018
Vine Age 50
Fermentation Vessels Open vats
Oak Details 20% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak20%
Production Details Sustainable viticulture; production area stated as 11.19 ha; mid-slope site at 250–260 m; harvest was 100% manual. Grapes were sorted on arrival for health and optimal ripeness, then 100% destemmed. Alcoholic fermentation took place in open vats for 21 days. Maturation lasted 17 months, including 4 months in stainless-steel tank; 100% of the wine was matured in oak barrels, 20% new. Recommended serving temperature is 17–19°C.
Tasting Notes Cherry, blackberry and floral aromas; pepper, licorice and delicate oaky nuances
Food Pairing Quail skewers, beef stew or oven-roasted duck
Sources: olivier-leflaive.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
Producer Information
Website
Address
Place du Monument, 21190 Puligny-Montrachet, France
Phone
+33 3 80 21 37 65
Owner
Leflaive family
Cellarmaster
Frédéric Milan