Chevalier Montrachet Domaine Leflaive 2000

Chevalier Montrachet Domaine Leflaive 2000

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  • Vinous rating 92
  • Jancis Robinson rating 17
Chevalier Montrachet Domaine Leflaive 2000
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HED97625

75 cl

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£1,650.00
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Domaine Leflaive Chevalier-Montrachet 2000 is a Grand Cru white Burgundy from the climat of Chevalier-Montrachet in the Puligny-Montrachet commune of the Côte de Beaune. Domaine Leflaive Grands Crus can be powerful yet austere when young and often require 10 to 15 years of ageing to show their true colours. Leflaive has been certified biodynamic since 1997. "Perhaps one of the finest bottles tasted, the 2000 Chevalier Montrachet from Anne-Claude has a succinct, razor-sharp bouquet of wet limestone, lemon thyme, linden and chalk that is a thrill from start to finish. The palate displays wonderful balance. such poise and sophistication here, the precision giving way to surprising fatness on the mid-palate and a subtle honeyed tincture towards the consummate finish. This is drinking absolutely perfectly now, but it will continue giving pleasure over the next decade." Wine Advocate, 2014
92 Vinous
Full yellow-gold. Sexy, complex nose offers scents of yellow peach, brown spices and acacia flower, with a slightly exotic aspect. In a fat and plush but dry and savory style, showing concentrated yellow fruit and spice flavors but not quite the energy of the 2001. Not a particularly mineral wine and a touch dry on the back end, in need of more verve. I'm not sure where this can go. A second bottle was less explosive on the nose but ultimately fresher, with more primary peachy fruit remaining. A note of pastry shell added interest. A bit longer and more energetic than the first bottle but not a wine of huge dimension and a tad dusty on the finish. This is a very tasty drink but I don't find the floral lift or mineral precision and grip that this wine showed at the outset. Today the 2001 is more impressive. (14% alcohol; 3.33 pH; the harvest began on September 16)Stephen Tanzer1st September 2019
17 Jancis Robinson
Barry Phillips brought two bottles of this to Southwold. The first one was less vibrant than the second. Both were extremely sweet and almost soft at first with notes of popcorn but the wine gained structure and refreshment in the glass. But this vintage is less refined and glorious than some.  (JR)Jancis Robinson17th January 2013

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The pinnacle of Puligny-Montrachet

Founded in the 18th century, Domaine Leflaive has built a storied reputation for its commitment to biodynamic farming and exceptional craftsmanship. The estate owns 22 hectares of vineyards, including 10 hectares of Premiers Crus in Puligny-Montrachet (Les Combettes, Les Pucelles, Le Clavoillon, Les Folatières), as well as no fewer than 5 hectares of Grands Crus (Chevalier-Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet, and a tiny holding in Le Montrachet).

Joseph Leflaive, whose vision and dedication in the early 20th century were pivotal, transformed the domaine into a symbol of excellence. In the 1990s, Anne-Claude Leflaive introduced biodynamic practices, adhering to rigorous standards that respect the natural rhythms of the earth, promoting soil health and vine vitality without synthetic chemicals. This holistic approach results in Chardonnay wines celebrated for their purity, depth, and complexity. Each bottle reflects the rich heritage and innovative spirit that have made Domaine Leflaive a revered name among wine enthusiasts.

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