Domaine Leflaive Bourgogne Blanc 2020

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Domaine Leflaive
Label Name:
 
Bourgogne Blanc
Vintage:
 
2020
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Burgundy (Bourgogne) — Puligny-Montrachet parcels
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
Noted reviews: Neal Martin (Vinous) ~88; Burghound praised as 'Outstanding, Top Value' (reported 87-89 range); Jasper Morris (reported) ~89

Tasting Note
Green apple, pear and citrus with stony minerality, subtle spice and lees-driven creaminess. Medium-bodied, focused acidity and fine tension, finishing clean, dry and slightly saline.

Food Pairing
Western: roast chicken, grilled sea bass, scallops, creamy seafood pasta, soft goat cheeses. Asian: sushi/sashimi, steamed white fish, light Thai or Vietnamese dishes, mild Chinese stir-fries.

Production Method
Biodynamic viticulture; pneumatic pressing, alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in oak (approx. 10–15% new), 12 months in cask then ~6 months in tank; light fining and filtration.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Leflaive, historic Puligny-Montrachet estate (family since 1717). Bourgogne Blanc made from several Puligny parcels (Les Houlières, Les Parties); estate works biodynamically with older vine parcels for this cuvée (≈3.24 ha total).