Olivier Leflaive - Puligny-Montrachet 2023

As a négociant that focuses on forging durable relationships with some of the best winegrowers on the Côte de Beaune, Olivier Leflaive Frères bottles exemplary AC regional, village, Premiers Crus and Grands Crus. Along the Cote de Beaune -only 16 miles in length- Chardonnay achieves greatness equal to Pinot Noir grown just to the north. Leflaive’s holdings are centered around the villages of Puligny, Chassagne and Meursault with additional holdings throughout the Cote d’Or. Olivier Leflaive’s vocation is not just about making good wine. Maintaining a personalized and convivial relationship with his clients, taking the time to share the richness, diversity and sensitivity of the world of wine through a complete oeno-touristic immersion from vine to glass. The conviviality of enjoying a glass of wine amongst friends led Olivier to open Burgundy’s first table d’hôte enabling him to receive guests and to introduce them to some of the great wines of Burgundy through a tasting accompanied by regional specialties. He then opened a four-star hotel to allow guests to stay longer and to enjoy the full Burgundy experience.

Puligny-Montrachet lies at the bottom of the hillside, on brown soil stretching from Meursault in the north to Chassagne-Montrachet in the south. The soil there is clay-limestone with a strong presence of stones. Depending on the location, the style differs a little but always allows you to combine elegance and richness. We are lucky to have a representative from all the Climats of the appellation, 26 in total.

18 months (whose 6 months in stainless steel tank) 100% oak barrels (whose 20% of new oak)

A full-bodied nose, marked by an intense energy of yellow citrus fruits. On the palate, the wine is both direct and profound, with a certain power, but also a vibrant energy. The finish is incisive, intensely aromatic, and extremely complex. A superb village wine, brilliantly combining tension, energy, and depth.

"Flint and spice come through clearly, showing a higher level of reduction in the winemaking and providing intensity and intrigue to the wine. It's medium-bodied, linear and very racy with a bright, lightly phenolic finish." - 95 Points, James Suckling

"A blend from all the plots of Puligny except Charmes and Trézin. A pretty bouquet with some fresh citrus blossom on the nose, pure white fruit on the palate, which is on the broader side but with enough concentration to kick on nicely to a tasty finish. Very correct and quite accessible." - 91 Points, Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy

"A slightly more elegant nose proffers a more pronounced floral influence along with cool essence of pear, apple and lemon zest nuances. The succulent, vibrant and utterly delicious medium weight flavors terminate in a dry, clean and balanced finale. This too could use better depth so at least a few years of cellaring should prove to be beneficial." - 91 Points, Burghound

Producer: Olivier Leflaive

Country: France

Region: Burgundy

Varietal: Chardonnay

Appellation: Puligny-Montrachet

Vintage: 2023

Size: 750ml