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2003 Domaine Leflaive Chevalier-Montrachet

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May 19, 2024 - $825

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RATINGS

92Stephen Tanzer

Pure, perfumed nose combines orange, flowers and crushed stone. This combines the volume of the year with good flavor definition and inner-mouth aromatic character.

90-92The Wine Advocate

...offers flavors reminiscent of a pear and apple compote in its satin-textured, medium-bodied character.

90-92Burghound.com

A fascinating nose of white peach, pear and green apple wrapped in subtle oak spice notes complements the stunningly complex and detailed medium full flavors built on a base of almost pungent minerality...

REGION

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

Chevalier-Montrachet is one of the four justly famous Grand Cru Chardonnay vineyards in Puligny-Montrachet appellation in Burgundy. The 18-acre vineyard is located up the slope from Le Montrachet and shares Le Montrachet’s excellent southern exposure, though Chevalier-Montrachet’s soil is considerably thinner and more rocky. Burgundy writer Clive Coates has noted that Chevalier-Montrachet is “full, firm” and has “a great deal of depth and elegance.” The largest landholders are Bouchard Pere et Fils, 7.5 acres; Leflaive, 4 acres; and Louis Jadot, 1.5 acres.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay, Grand 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.