2003 Puligny Montrachet Les Folatieres
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Tasting notes
Medium yellow. Less vintage-typical aromas of orange, nutmeg and flint. Then more vibrant in the mouth, with a fine-grained texture and enticing floral lift. A bit warm on the end, but finishes with very good thrust and length. This has finesse for a 2003.
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Allen Meadows, Burghound
Pierre Rovani
More reviews and scores
The 2003 Puligny-Montrachet Folatieres (white) reveals a nose of smoky white fruits. Medium-bodied and velvety-textured, it reveals pulp-laden pears and white pepper in its lush, generous character. This wine, with its admirable depth of fruit, is a candidate for drinking over the next 6-7 years. Importer: Wilson-Daniels, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-9661
Slightly reduced aromas of white peach and mint. Showing more fat and depth of flavor today than the Clavoillons; this has lovely sweet fruit and a supple texture. There's more material here to buffer the wine's substantial alcohol.
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