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1992 Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Clavoillon

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September 19, 2021 - $245

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RATINGS

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A flamboyant, ripe and seductive style of Chardonnay with plenty of fruit flavor accented by intriguing notes of butter, vanilla, nutmeg and toast. Firm with acidity, full-bodied and long on the finish.

REGION

France, Burgundy, Côte d'Or, Côte de Beaune, Puligny-Montrachet, Le Clavoillon

Le Clavoillon is a 15-acre Premier Cru vineyard in the appellation of Puligny-Montrachet, in Burgundy’s Cote de Beaune. It is just north of Les Pucelles, and the soil is contains more clay than in the vineyards to the south. It is nearly a monopole of Domaine Leflaive, which owns nearly 12.5 acres of the vineyard.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay, 1er (Premier) Cru

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.