Domaine Leflaive Puligny 1er Pucelles (exdom) 2014

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Domaine Leflaive
Label Name:
 
Puligny 1er Pucelles (exdom)
Vintage:
 
2014
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Puligny-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
12-14°C

Awards/Ratings
Representative reviews: Vinous (Neal Martin) ~92; Burghound ~94; Wine Advocate ~91–93; Wine Spectator ~94; IWC ~93–95; John Gilman ~94

Tasting Note
Green-golden color; aromas of white flowers, lemon, pear, flint and subtle smoke. Rich, creamy texture with vibrant acidity, precise mineral core and a long, saline finish. Elegant yet concentrated.

Food Pairing
Truffled Bresse chicken, sole with cepes, lobster Thermidor; seared scallops, miso‑glazed black cod, tempura prawns, lightly spiced Thai fish curry.

Production Method
Biodynamic viticulture; 100% manual harvest; pneumatic pressing; alcoholic fermentation in oak; 16 months ageing in oak (≈35% new); light fining and gentle filtration.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Leflaive, historic Puligny-Montrachet estate (family since 18th century). Pioneer of biodynamics under Anne‑Claude Leflaive; owns multiple Pucelles parcels with old vines and limestone soils.