François Carillon – Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Combettes 2018 – Burgundy France

François Carillon Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Combettes 2018 is a beautifully structured Chardonnay from one of Puligny-Montrachet's most admired Premier Cru vineyards. Combining richness, elegance, and vibrant acidity, it showcases the precision and balance that have made François Carillon one of Burgundy's most respected white wine producers.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Combettes, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2018
• Vineyard: Les Combettes Premier Cru
• Producer: François Carillon
• Owner & Winemaker: François Carillon
• Soil: Clay-limestone
• Average Vine Age: 35 years
• Style: Premier Cru Chardonnay

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Pineapple, citrus, ripe orchard fruit
• Savory: Floral notes, chalk, wet stone, subtle spice
• Structure: Powerful concentration, vibrant acidity, exceptionally long finish

Les Combettes is often considered one of the most complete Premier Cru vineyards in Puligny-Montrachet, capable of producing wines with both generosity and precision. The 2018 displays remarkable purity, combining tropical and orchard fruit notes with floral complexity and intense mineral tension. Rich and silky on the palate, it remains energetic and focused thanks to its bracing acidity and long, persistent finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced from one of Puligny-Montrachet's most highly regarded Premier Cru vineyards
• Balances richness and power with remarkable freshness and precision
• Crafted by François Carillon, whose family has been making wine in Puligny-Montrachet since the 16th century

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Lobster and shellfish
• Seared scallops
• Turbot or Dover sole
• Roast chicken with cream sauce

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of Premier Cru white Burgundy
✓ Fans of mineral-driven Chardonnay
✓ Collectors seeking age-worthy Puligny-Montrachet
✕ Not ideal if you prefer simple, fruit-forward white wines