2017 Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatières 1er Cru
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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A pretty bouquet of citrus blossom, Meyer lemon, crisp green pear and pastry cream introduces the 2017 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Folatières, a medium to full-bodied wine that's beautifully satiny and elegant, with excellent depth and dimension, a harmonious sense of completeness and bright balancing acids, concluding with a long and pure finish. This was the first of Leflaive's holdings to be picked in 2017.
Almost as high as Chevalier-Montrachet. Just above Clavaillon, about 10–15 m higher. Very stony and steep, very calcaire. Racked to tank just before the 2018 harvest. Still a fine note of pure lemon fruit but with more a chalky/mineral side than the Clavaillon. A flinty and smoky elegance. Tension and wonderful length, dry but bright with tangy fruit. Long, refined finish. (JH)
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