Puligny-Montrachet
1er Cru Les Folatières - Récolte du Domaine
The season begins with a mild and dry winter, leading to an early start to the growing cycle. A significant episode of frost occurred on the Chardonnay on April 5 then on the Pinot Noir on April 14, causing a harvest loss (30% to 50%). A cooling at the beginning of June leads to capricious flowering. This causes runoff and further reduces yields while concentrating the aromas. The hot summer induces water stress in certain places which delays the maturity of the grapes. Because the berries are small and few number, the sugar level in the grapes is naturally high but the lack of water helped maintain good acidity.
Vineyard
Vineyard located in the upper part of les Folatières, known as les Peux Bois. It is a former Domaine Leflaive property.
Vines planted in 1983
Wine-Growing method : HVE High Environmental Value, level 3
Harvest: 100 % manual
Sol : Calcareous Clay
Vinification
100% Chardonnay
At their arrival in our cellar, the grapes are immediately and carefully pressed with a pneumatic press .
100 % crushed grappe
Finning: yes
Filtration : yes
18 months (whose 6 months in stainless steel tank) 100 % oak barrels (whose 25% of new oak)
14,5% vol.
Tasting
Tasting note
Rich green gold in color, this wine has opulently fragrant and very expressive aromas. The palate is powerfully structured, with thrilling fruit concentration and magnificent length. Finesse, complexity and elegance.
Food pairings
Ideal with grilled and fried seawater fish and crayfish, and goat cheese.
temperature
12-14°C
