Chevalier Montrachet Domaine Leflaive (Ex Estate) 2004

Chevalier Montrachet Domaine Leflaive (Ex Estate) 2004

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  • Robert Parker rating 93
  • Vinous rating 91
Chevalier Montrachet Domaine Leflaive (Ex Estate) 2004
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75 cl

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£898.00
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Domaine Leflaive is one of the most legendary estates in Puligny-Montrachet and has 22 hectares of vineyards, including 10 hectares of Premiers Crus and 5 hectares of prized Grands Crus. The 2004 Chevalier Montrachet Grand Cru, made by the late Anne-Claude Leflaive, is a beautiful wine absolutely perfect for drinking now. It opens with strong smoky scents of reduction but subsides to reveal wonderful notes of white orchard fruits, citrus, honeysuckle and crushed stones. Satin-textured yet vibrant on the palate, with an excellent spine of acidity and an incredibly long, lingering finish.
91 Vinous
Full medium yellow. A touch of musky yeasty reduction to the aromas of lemon, fresh pineapple and white pepper. Slightly tart lemony fruit is hardened by a faint herbaceousness and an edge of acidity, turning a bit green and peppery on the finish, perhaps partly due to incomplete stem ripeness. Still fresh but this will never be fleshy or opulent. The crop level was generous but this was a complicated year for everybody, said Brice de la Morandière, due to oidium and to a long, late-arriving maturity at the end of the vegetative cycle. A very atypical grand cru for Leflaive, as there's a touch of sourness on the aftertaste, not to mention a lack of flesh. (13.5% alcohol; 3.24 pH; the harvest started on September 25, with high levels of malic acidity in the grapes)Stephen Tanzer1st September 2019

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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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