2015 Puligny Montrachet
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Leflaive's 2015 Puligny Montrachet Village is just as impressive from bottle as it was from barrel, opening in the glass with a youthfully reserved bouquet of citrus oil, white flowers, apple skin, subtle nutmeg and a framing of new oak. On the palate, the wine is glossy and full-bodied, but the power and concentration of the 2015 vintage is balanced by succulent acids and almost chewy structure, and its finish is pure and precise. While this is a comparatively muscular rendition of the village cuvée, all the elements are in harmony, and it should amply reward bottle age. Tasted blind, it would embarrass many producers' premier crus. Matured in 15% new oak and bottled under Diam 30.
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William Kelley, Wine Advocate
Jancis Robinson MW
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Very pale yellow. Expressive aromas of pineapple, peach and flowers. Silky, full, classically dry village wine with a very ripe fruit character leavened by harmonious acidity. A bit less refined than the young 2016 version, finishing dustier and more phenolic, with very good length.
Fairly light nose. Éric Remy says it is closing up. Again, very notable acidity. I would hold this quite a while. Certainly no hint of fat here. Quite uncompromising at the moment. Where’s the flesh? Lots of chalky chew on the end.
About the producer
Domaine Leflaive is arguably Burgundy’s most famous white wine producer, setting the benchmark for top-quality Chardonnay in the Côte de Beaune and the world. The property is the largest land-owner in Puligny-Montrachet, with extensive holdings in the village and five hectares of Grand Cru vineyards