2022 Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet les Pucelles

Chardonnay - 750ML
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REVIEWS

BH 96 WA 95 VN 95 WS 93
BH 96

Burghound, June 2024

(93-96 points) Here too the nose is cool and restrained with a discreet application of wood framing the beautifully layered aromas of honeysuckle, white peach, citrus confit, spice and a variety of floral nuances and in...
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, January 2025

The 2022 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Pucelles reasserts its traditional role as Leflaive's dominant premier cru this year, wafting from the glass with aromas of pear, clear honey, white flowers and orange oil, framed...
VN 95

Vinous, July 2024

The 2022 Puligny-Montrachet Les Pucelles 1er Cru has a subtle menthol note in the background, indicative of the concentration bestowed by the growing season. There's a hint of exoticism, yet it doesn't overwhelm the...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, December 2024

Ethereal aromas and flavors of white flowers, lemon and apple grace this charming, fluid white, which picks up a stony mineral element as it plays out effortlessly on the long aftertaste, showing terrific harmony. Drink...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Chardonnay
Country France
Region Burgundy
Sub-region Cote de Beaune
Appellation Puligny Montrachet
Sub-appellation Les Pucelles
Vintage 2022
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

The 2022 Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Les Pucelles is a Chardonnay from the renowned Burgundy region of France, specifically the Cote de Beaune sub-region within the Puligny Montrachet appellation. Domaine Leflaive, the producer, is well-regarded for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture and is known for crafting wines that embody the unique characteristics of their terroir.

This wine, from the Les Pucelles sub-appellation, is a white wine that showcases the elegance and complexity typical of high-quality Burgundy Chardonnays. The 2022 vintage promises a wine that is both refined and expressive, with a potential to develop further complexity with age.

Although there are no specific professional reviews available for this particular vintage, Domaine Leflaive's Puligny Montrachet Les Pucelles wines are generally noted for their balance, depth, and mineral-driven profiles. In previous vintages, reviewers have often highlighted the wine's aromatic intensity, featuring notes of citrus, white flowers, and a subtle nuttiness that adds to its charm.

The wine typically offers a medium to full-bodied experience on the palate, with a remarkable tension and vibrancy that leads to a long, satisfying finish. The use of oak is usually well judged, contributing to the wine's texture without overwhelming its inherent fruit and mineral character.

Given the reputation of the producer and the esteemed Les Pucelles vineyard, the 2022 Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Les Pucelles is likely to appeal to those who appreciate the finesse and complexity of classic Burgundy wines. Its potential for aging also makes it an attractive option for collectors and enthusiasts looking to add a distinguished bottle to their cellar.