Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune

A family property dating back to 1745, now totaling 50 acres on superb sites and producing only white wines. Anne-Claude Leflaive has run the Domaine on her own since the death of her father in 1993. Anne-Claude is an innovative, meticulous, caretaker of the vineyards and has implemented biodynamic viticulture at the Domaine. From 1989 no fertilizers or herbicides have been used and since 1997 the Domaine has become 100% biodynamic. Furthermore, each plot is now regarded as a separate unit. Unfortunately, demand for Domaine Leflaive's vinous treasures far exceeds supply. Clive Coates, MW declares, "This is indisputably the greatest estate for white wine in the whole world, producing wines that are the utmost in discretion and elegance; profound, long lasting wines full of richly concentrated fruit which for me represent all that is best in white Burgundy." In October 2008 Wine & Spirits magazine named Domaine Leflaive as a 'Winery of the Year'.

Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 2009 "Clavoillon" "Bright pale yellow. White peach, subtle white flowers and minerals on the lively nose. Stony, broad and rich, with a classic sugar/acid balance giving this rather silky wine a light touch. Very nicely balanced premier cru." 90-93 points, Int'l Wine Cellar, Sept/Oct 2010 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 2009 "Les Folatieres" "Pale bright yellow. Highly perfumed aromas of minerals and white flowers. Juicy, vibrant and intense, with noteworthy definition to the white peach and floral flavours. The wine's almost dusty texture conveys a strong impression of extract. This one finished its malo last December and is showing beautifully today. A time-capsule Folatieres that should give early pleasure." 91-94 points, Int'l Wine Cellar, Sept/Oct 2010 Visit Domaine Leflaive All wines are available by the unmixed case to Licensees and Private Consumers, subject to availability. Read the small print for more information.