| Brand | Domaine Leflaive |
| Appellation | Puligny Montrachet, Burgundy, France |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Oak Treatment | French Oak |
| Aging | 12 months |
| Total Varietal Composition % | 100% Chardonnay / 13% abv |
Product details
The legacy of Domaine Leflaive dates back to 1717, when the Leflaive family first established roots in Puligny-Montrachet. The estate as it is known today was shaped in the early 20th century by Joseph Leflaive, whose visionary vineyard acquisitions laid the foundation for one of Burgundy’s most revered names. The Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clavoillon 2021 comes from a prized Premier Cru climat just north of Les Pucelles, where the domaine controls the vast majority of the vineyard. Once planted to Pinot Noir before the phylloxera era, the site was later replanted to Chardonnay, revealing its remarkable affinity for precision and mineral expression. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and sustainable vineyard practices, this Premier Cru Chardonnay reflects both heritage and terroir purity, making it a benchmark white Burgundy for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The 2021 vintage opens with an elegant bouquet of lemon oil, ripe peach, and white blossoms, layered with subtle hints of hazelnut and chalky minerality. On the palate, it is refined and beautifully structured, offering a gentle creaminess balanced by vibrant acidity and a pronounced mineral core. The texture is polished yet energetic, unfolding with impressive depth and clarity. A long, focused finish highlights citrus zest and stony nuances, underscoring the pedigree of this exceptional Premier Cru site. This is a poised, age-worthy Chardonnay that captures the finesse and tension characteristic of Puligny-Montrachet at its finest.
