2020 Domaine Leflaive Macon-Verze Les Chenes

Chardonnay - 750ML
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WS 90
WS 90

Wine Spectator, August 2023

Silky and bordering on racy, with lemon, apple and floral flavors benefiting from crisp acidity. Light-bodied, focused and long, this delivers elegance and precision. Drink now through 2027. 2,562 cases made, 215 cases...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type
White
Varietal
Chardonnay
Country
France
Region
Burgundy
Sub-region
Maconnais
Appellation
Macon
Sub-appellation
Verze
Vintage
2020
Size
750ML
Percent alcohol
13%
Closure
Cork

The 2020 Domaine Leflaive Macon-Verze Les Chenes [Chardonnay] is a white wine from the renowned Burgundy region of France. This particular Chardonnay comes from the sub-region of Maconnais, specifically the appellation of Macon and sub-appellation of Verze. Domaine Leflaive, a respected producer, has crafted this wine with a 13.0% alcohol content and sealed it with a cork closure.

Wine Spectator reviewed this vintage, providing a score of 90. The reviewer from Wine Spectator described the wine as "silky and bordering on racy," highlighting its balance of lemon, apple, and floral flavors. The crisp acidity was noted as a beneficial component, contributing to the wine's light-bodied, focused nature. The review further emphasized the wine's elegance and precision, stating that it is "focused and long." Wine Spectator recommends drinking this wine now through 2027. The production of this vintage was limited, with only 2,562 cases made and 215 cases imported, adding an element of exclusivity.

In summary, the 2020 Domaine Leflaive Macon-Verze Les Chenes [Chardonnay] is a well-crafted, elegant white wine with a harmonious blend of flavors and a notable crisp acidity. It is suitable for immediate enjoyment or can be cellared for a few more years.