2017 Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet, Burgundy
A$200.00
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The expectations on the 2017 harvest was high in Burgundy following the 2016 frost that destroyed a large part of last year's harvest.. Winter 2016-2017 cold, in line with Burgundy's continental climate with alternating frosts and thaws allowing the earth to expand and to other micro-organism to be eliminated.
March saw some very mild temperatures, favoring a fast growth of the vine. However, the temperatures dropped in April 2017 with freezing temperatures late April. This time, all had anticipated the weather conditions and all vine-growers mobilized at sunrise to light straw fires, which allowed the air to circulate and thereby avoid frost.
Flowering was early and fast at the end of May. A very hot and sunny summer settles in with regular showers allowing the vine to pursue its development. The last heat wave occurred at the end of August and caused an acceleration of the maturity.
Harvest started on 29th August in the more mature plots (Folatières, Combettes, Chevalier) and continued after a light rain on 31st August. The sugar in the must was not too high and acidities were excellent which will certainly mean very balanced wines after fermentations.
Note: from several different lieux-dits, 30% of which is from Brélance with major contributions from Les Tremblots and Grands Champs
A cool, reserved and elegant nose reflects notes of acacia blossom, green apple and plenty of citrus influence. Once again, there is very good vibrancy and mid-palate density to the delicious and noticeably saline-infused flavors that exhibit very fine length on the clean, dry and refreshing finish. A high quality Puligny villages that should repay up to a decade of cellaring
89-92 points Allen Meadows burghound.com Jun 10, 2019, Drink: 2025+ Outstanding
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | White Wine |
| Wine Style | Biodynamic |
| Country | France |
| Region | Maconnais |
| Varietals | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 89-92 |
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