Vincent Girardin – Puligny-Montrachet Vieilles Vignes 2017 – Burgundy France

Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet Vieilles Vignes 2017 is a refined Chardonnay sourced from several prestigious lieux-dits within Puligny-Montrachet. Produced from mature vines and aged extensively on fine lees, it delivers remarkable mineral precision, freshness, and the crystalline elegance that defines great Puligny-Montrachet.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Puligny-Montrachet, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2017
• Vineyard Sources: Les Grands Champs, Les Petits Grands Champs, La Rue aux Vaches, Les Tremblots
• Soils: Clay and limestone
• Vine Age: Approximately 45 years
• Aging: 16 months on fine lees in French oak barrels (15% new oak)
• Style: Village white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium-bodied
• Fruit: Citrus, orchard fruit, lemon zest
• Savory: Wet stone, chalk, subtle oak spice
• Structure: Precise, saline, mineral-driven, and long

This cuvée originates from several highly regarded Puligny-Montrachet climats located in the southern sector of the appellation. Fermentation and élevage take place in French oak barrels using indigenous yeasts and bacteria, followed by extended aging on fine lees. The result is a wine of exceptional purity and minerality, with a beautiful fullness on the palate and a long saline finish. Vincent Girardin considers it one of the most mineral village wines of the Côte de Beaune. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

❤️ Why We Love It

• Classic Puligny-Montrachet elegance and precision
• Sourced from multiple respected village-level climats
• Long lees aging adds complexity without sacrificing freshness

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Langoustines and lobster
• Sole meunière
• Roasted chicken with cream sauce
• Fine shellfish and seafood dishes

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of mineral-driven Chardonnay
✓ Fans of Puligny-Montrachet's elegant style
✓ Burgundy collectors seeking serious village-level wines
✕ Not ideal if you prefer rich, buttery New World Chardonnay