Domaine Comtesse de Chérisey – Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Chalumaux 2020 – Burgundy France

Domaine Comtesse de Chérisey Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Chalumaux 2020 is a distinctive Chardonnay from the high slopes above Puligny-Montrachet, combining generous fruit and texture with the mineral tension and salinity that define this Premier Cru site.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2020
• Vineyard: Les Chalumaux
• Parcel: Approx. 0.78 ha
• Vine Age: Roughly 10–40 years
• Soil: Clay-limestone with iron-rich elements
• Aging: In 228 L oak barrels; exact new-oak percentage and duration vary by vintage
• Alcohol: 12.5% ABV
• Serving Temperature: 10–14°C
• Style: Dry white Burgundy, rich yet mineral-driven

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Fruit: Citrus, mirabelle, orchard fruit
• Floral: White flowers
• Savory: Roasted almond, herbs, subtle honeyed notes
• Structure: Generous texture, vibrant freshness, saline mineral finish

The 2020 Les Chalumaux shows the warmer, more generous side of Puligny while staying focused. The wine is mouth-filling and expressive, but its stony freshness and salinity keep the richness in check.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A rare Premier Cru from a small, high-quality parcel
• Combines richness with impressive mineral energy
• A compelling expression from Domaine Comtesse de Chérisey

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Turbot with brown butter
• Pan-seared scallops
• Roast poultry or veal
• Rich seafood dishes

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of serious white Burgundy
✓ Drinkers who enjoy texture without losing freshness
✕ Not ideal if you prefer very light or unoaked Chardonnay

Production

Hand harvested and rigorously sorted, then directly pressed. The juice settles for about 12 hours before transfer to 228 L oak barrels. The wines are not fined or filtered.