Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Le Clavoillon Chardonnay 2022

Domaine Leflaive, a prestigious family estate rooted in Puligny-Montrachet since 1717, is renowned for producing some of Burgundy's finest white wines. The Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Le Clavoillon Chardonnay 2022 exemplifies this legacy of excellence. With a rich history in the region, the Leflaive family controls over 85% of the Clavoillon climat, ensuring the utmost care and precision in the vineyard and cellar. The vineyard, located just north of the famous Les Pucelles premier cru, was originally planted with Pinot Noir before the devastation of phylloxera, and was replanted with Chardonnay in the early 20th century. The 2022 vintage, despite a scorching summer, turned out to be a pleasant surprise, producing an exceptional wine with both excellent quantity and quality. The vines adapted beautifully to the weather conditions, ensuring an optimistic outlook for this vintage. The wine is crafted with meticulous care, beginning with long, gentle pneumatic pressing, followed by decanti