Domaine Leflaive, Chardonnay, Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatières, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France 2018 kosher guaranteeing the age and quality

guaranteeing the age and quality of this brandy

Hints of dark chocolate and pears

The beautifully terraced volcanic soil slopes of this property reside in Oakville's western foothills

and after a while potpourri or scented hand-soap

on soil of blue volcanic rock

Domaine Leflaive, Chardonnay, Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatières, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France 2018 kosher guaranteeing the age and qualityOutstanding. A slightly riper though still noticeably cool nose features notes of lemon confit, essence of pear and apple compote with pretty floral wisps. The mouthfeel of the markedly stony medium bodied flavors possess a real contrast between the relatively supple mid palate and the powerful, serious and citrus rind and quinine inflected finish that is quite dry but not really austere. This too is very promising. Drink 2030+ Vineyard Profile