2020 Domaine Etienne Sauzet Puligny Montrachet

Chardonnay - 750ML
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REVIEWS

DC 94 JM 92 WA 91
DC 94

Decanter, November 2021

Pleasantly ripe apple and floral notes. There is not too much tension, but the acidity is not really lacking - the wine is refreshing but not brisk. Well done. This is large cuvée - 12 parcels spread over seven...
JM 92

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, October 2021

(90-92 points) Clear pale lemon colour. The nose is a little more forthcoming than the Chassagne, with agreeable delicacy. Lovely soft suave and supple, delicacy and elegance but with a sense of muscle beneath. The extra...
WA 91

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, January 2023

The 2020 Puligny-Montrachet Village bursts with aromas of pear, white flowers and orange oil. Medium to full-bodied, rich and fleshy, with racy acids and a long, saline finish, it has turned out very well. - WK

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Chardonnay
Country France
Region Burgundy
Sub-region Cote de Beaune
Appellation Puligny Montrachet
Vintage 2020
Size 750ML

The 2020 Domaine Etienne Sauzet Puligny Montrachet is a truly exquisite example of a Chardonnay from the heart of France's renowned Burgundy region. This wine hails from the esteemed sub-region of Cote de Beaune, an area revered for producing some of the world's most coveted and celebrated white wines.

The Domaine Etienne Sauzet is a legendary producer, and their 2020 Puligny Montrachet is a testament to their unwavering commitment to quality and tradition. This particular vintage holds the promise of the classic characteristics that have made Puligny Montrachet wines the darling of Chardonnay purists.

Upon pouring, the wine reveals a captivating white hue, a visual hint at the elegance and refinement contained within. As this wine breathes, it releases a bouquet of nuanced aromas, subtly telling a story of the terroir from which it hails. Expect to be wooed by hints of ripe orchard fruits, mingling with delicate notes of honey, vanilla, and a touch of toasted oak, all underpinned by that desirable minerality that is the signature of this appellation.

On the palate, the 2020 Domaine Etienne Sauzet Puligny Montrachet does not disappoint. It is balanced, with a richness that is beautifully countered by a refreshing acidity. The complexity of flavours from the nose continue to evolve on the palate, making for a truly engaging taste experience.

This wine promises to age gracefully, its complexity deepening and further unravelling with time. It is a wine that proudly carries the prestige of its origin, a true jewel in the crown of Burgundian Chardonnay. A sublime choice for any discerning lover of fine white wine.