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White dry
This wine is a prestigious example of the Puligny-Montrachet AOC appellation, characterized by its minerality and subtle oak accents.
This white wine stands out for its elegance, revealing flavors of apple, lemon, and hazelnut. The finish also distinctly brings forth mineral and spice notes. It's a wine of excellent balance with a long-lasting aftertaste.
The Puligny-Montrachet AOC is located at the foot of a hill, right next to the legendary Bâtard-Montrachet. The grapes for this wine are sourced from vineyards in the Puligny part of Meursault. Here, 36-year-old 'Chardonnay' vines grow on calcareous soil.
The aging process lasts 18 months: for the first 6 months, the wine is kept in stainless steel tanks, and for the remaining time, it ages in French oak barrels (20% new oak).
Serves 11-13°C with risotto with asparagus, goat's cheese or salmon steak with cream and herb sauce.
It shows a rather quiet, restrained fruit character as well as great harmony and seamlessness. Fermented in 20% new oak, alive with good acidity and highlighted by light toast, almond and mineral accents that add complexity. Medium- to full-bodied and quite well structured.
The name "Olivier Leflaive" is very well known to Burgundy lovers. The roots of this family, deeply embedded in the Puligny-Montrachet soil, date back to 1717, but it was not until the 20th century that Joseph Leflaive began actively cultivating the family winery and traditions. His vision was simple but grand – to create top-quality Burgundy wines that would reflect the unique terroir of the region.
His son Olivier, having inherited the family traditions, founded his own estate in 1984, named after himself. This step allowed him to experiment not only with white wines but also with red wines, expanding the family's holdings. In 2010, "Olivier Leflaive" regained its long-cherished vineyards, which had been leased to "Domaine Leflaive" for 18 years. Today, the estate boasts 15 hectares of prestigious vineyards in the Puligny, Chassagne, and Meursault regions.
The year 2023 marks a new chapter in the history of "Olivier Leflaive" – after a long and impressive career, technical director Franck Grux retired. His place was taken by the talented winemaker Solène Panigai, who will undoubtedly continue the traditions of this house and continue to create exceptional Burgundy wines.
Wine Style
Olivier Leflaive wines are characterized by nobility and elegance. They are balanced and pleasant to drink both young and aged.
Prestigious Vineyards
The Olivier Leflaive estate wines are produced from vineyards located in prestigious areas:
These vineyards are complemented by other, lesser-known but equally high-quality plots.
Aging and Consumption Period
Olivier Leflaive wines are valued for the possibility of enjoying them while still young, but they also have excellent aging potential.
