Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatieres

The 17.6ha vineyard lies along the same strip of the Côte d’Or as the Grand Cru vineyards of Le Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet, although part of the upper section also extends to the cooler, higher part of the slope bordering Champ Gain, which produces lighter wines. Although predominantly rocky limestone marls, the soil of this large vineyard area is fairly heterogeneous, so for an indicator of wine style it is often best to look to the individual producer. Among the best are Domaine d’Auvenay, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Etienne Sauzet.