Domaine Leflaive – Puligny-Montrachet 2019 – Burgundy France

Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet 2019 is a 100% Chardonnay from one of Burgundy’s benchmark white-wine estates, showing pear, citrus, white flowers and hazelnut over a concentrated, chalky and finely structured palate.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region / Appellation: Puligny-Montrachet AOC, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2019
• Aging: 12 months in cask followed by 6 months in tank before bottling
• Alcohol: 13%
• Style: Medium- to full-bodied, dry, mineral-driven white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Pear, orange oil, white flowers and hazelnut lead into a satiny, concentrated palate with tangy acidity, chalky minerality and a persistent dry finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A village Puligny from one of Burgundy’s most important Chardonnay producers
• The 2019 vintage combines ripe fruit with excellent mineral tension
• Long élevage gives texture without overwhelming the wine’s precision

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Seared scallops or grilled white fish
• Roast chicken with herbs
• Mushroom risotto or aged Comté

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of classic white Burgundy
✓ Chardonnay drinkers who enjoy richness balanced by chalky acidity
✕ Not ideal if you prefer overtly buttery or heavily oaked Chardonnay

🏅 Scores

91 Points – Wine Advocate
89–92 Points – Burghound