Domaine Leflaive 2022 Bourgogne Blanc

The 2022 Bourgogne Blanc from Domaine Leflaive is an elegant expression of regional-level Chardonnay showing both freshness and depth. It offers vibrant fruit, polished texture, and mineral clarity—an accessible yet distinguished wine that captures the estate’s signature finesse.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Produced in Puligny-Montrachet (Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France), this Bourgogne Blanc comes from Leflaive’s estate-managed parcels. While it carries the regional appellation rather than a village or Premier Cru designation, it benefits from the same rigorous biodynamic viticulture and precision winemaking characteristic of the domaine. The 2022 vintage, impacted by a warm growing season, delivered ripe yet balanced fruit. The wine underwent fermentation and ageing in French oak barrels (with approximately 10% new wood) to support structure without overshadowing varietal and terroir clarity.

Tasting Profile

Nose: Bright and inviting—green apple, white peach and lemon zest join subtle pastry crust and hints of fresh honeysuckle. A fine stony mineral note underpins the aromatics.
Palate: Medium-bodied with crisp acidity framing flavours of lemon curd, pear, and white-stone fruit. A chalky minerality from the limestone soils adds tension and lift. The oak is gently integrated—soft vanilla and faint toasted oak nuance rather than dominance.
Finish: Clean and persistent. The finish leaves lingering citrus peel, a trace of almond skin, and refined mineral salinity. The wine is fresh but shows enough depth to reward some short-term cellaring.

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