1999 Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet Clavoillon 1er Cru
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The 1999 Puligny-Montrachet Clavoillon 1er Cru from Domaine Leflaive is utterly sublime, to wit, one of the finest bottles I have tasted from this era. Awe-inspiring delineation and cohesion delivers seductive aromas of crushed stone, orange pith and a hint of wild peach – effortless and divine. The palate is quite intense with ample weight yet retains heavenly balance, a subtle smoked walnut note emerging with time. It builds and builds until you cannot wipe the smile from your face after one sip of this elixir.
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Allen Meadows, Burghound
The Wine Advocate
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The 1999 Puligny-Montrachet Clavoillon 1er Cru is deep in colour but before you utter the word, no, it is not prematurely oxidized. The bouquet offers walnut, mandarin and sesame, later joined by linseed aromas. The palate is rich and slightly honeyed, possibly with a slither of botrytis? Yet the acidity feels well judged and you cannot help but be smitten by the lightly honeyed finish. Sublime, but I would drink this now. Tasted at Noble Rot's Xmas dinner.
Sweet, honeyed and just past its peak. (JR)
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