Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "La Garenne"
Situation
Côte de Beaune
Level
AOC Premier Cru
Grape variety
Chardonnay
The “La Garenne” climate is located at altitude, just above “Les Champgains”. Historically, a garenne was an enclosed wood reserved for the lords for hunting, particularly small game such as rabbits - the origin of the well-known expression ‘lapin de garenne’.
Tasting
The bouquet is seductive in its finesse and complexity, combining delicate floral notes of hawthorn with aromas of dried fruit such as almond and apricot, which evolve subtly towards hints of candied fruit. The palate is full-bodied, both round and solidly structured, carried by a beautiful harmony. The long, invigorating finish elegantly prolongs the balance between richness and freshness.
Food/wine pairing
Our Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru "La Garenne" is a very good choice to pair with fish in sauce, shellfish or blue cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 12 and 14°C (53-57°F).
To enjoy young on the fruit or to keep 5 to 7 years.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Calcareous clay, overlying a stony strip
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: In oak barrels (30 to 35% new barrels)
Ageing
Ageing: On fine lees in oak barrels
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months