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The appellation Puligny-Montrachet is a commune appellation in the Côte de Beaune region of Burgundy, in the Côte-d’Or department, comprising 17 climats classified as Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru and four grands crus. Among the climats distinguished by a classification Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru, examples include (in no particular order): Hameau de Blagny, La Truffière, Clos de la Garenne, Le Cailleret, Les Pucelles, Les Perrières, Clos de la Mouchère...

Puligny Montrachet Wine

The Puligny-Montrachet wine is an AOC from Beaune Region, located in the Côte-d'Or department. Just a stone's throw from the Grand Crus of Burgundy, the village of Puligny-Montrachet is located between the village of Meursault and Chassagne-Montrachet. Originally named Puligny, the village became Puligny-Montrachet in 1879. Several villages share the production of Puligny-Montrachet wine and are located in Puligny itself or slightly higher up on the Côte. Wines from this region of Burgundy may also be referred to as Côtes de Beaune Villages. The only commune covered by the appellation is Puligny-Montrachet. It is also one of the very first white wine appellations in the Côte d'Or. The village owes its historical fame to the major annual festival known as the Saint-Vincent Tournante, organized by local winemakers.

The vineyards of Puligny-Montrachet and Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru are often planted on brown limestone soils, or on limestone soils interspersed with white marl and clay-limestone layers, which are sometimes deep or rest directly on hard bedrock. The clayey silt is thick at higher elevations and becomes finer-grained lower down the slope. The Puligny-Montrachet vineyards benefit from an east and southeast exposure at altitudes ranging from 220 to 320 meters. The appellation is perfectly showcased by estates such as Domaine de Joseph Drouhin, Domaine d’Auvenay, Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils, and Maison Louis Jadot.

The wines from Puligny-Montrachet Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru, along with Chassagne-Montrachet, represents the most perfect expression of Chardonnay. Located just a few meters from the grands crus, this appellation d’origine contrôlée—established in 1937—produces a white wine with a distinct personality and an excellent reputation. Red wine production here is limited, but that does not prevent it from being of high quality.

Grape Varieties

Now recognized as an appellation, Puligny-Montrachet wines are primarily white wine. The grape variety used to make Puligny-Montrachet white wine is the Chardonnay, while the red wine, produced near the village of Blagny, is made with Pinot Noir. The area devoted to white wine production is extensive: approximately 210 ha, including 98 ha of 1er cru. In comparison, red wine requires very little land: 0.76 ha, including 0.05 ha of 1er cru. The four grands crus of Puligny-Montrachet are: Chevalier-Montrachet, Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet, Montrachet and Bâtard-Montrachet.

Terroir and Wine Characteristics

Near Blagny, the terroir is conducive to the production of fine red wines. The wines produced there are often rich, full-bodied, robust, or aromatic.

Puligny-Montrachet wine has a golden dress, lustrous, with some green highlights that turn yellow with age. The aromas of this white wine include notes of hawthorn, hazelnut, honey (when the wine is mature), almond, green apple, fern, and lemongrass. Puligny-Montrachet also features mineral notes. It is a harmonious and velvety wine. Its concentrated aromas linger on the palate for a long time. The red Puligny-Montrachet has a clear, ruby-colored hue that darkens with age, accompanied by aromas of red and black fruits. On the palate, it is a fruity and smooth wine, well-structured, that tends to become full-bodied as it matures. Both its color and its flavor will therefore leave a lasting impression.

Tips from a Sommelier

Puligny-Montrachet white wine is best served between 11 and 13°C, and the red wine between 14 and 16°C. The white wine can be aged for 8 to 10 years, and the red wine for 6 to 8 years.

Whether it's a Puligny-Montrachet Whether a 1er cru or a climat, white wine pairs perfectly with foie gras, spiny lobster and lobster, grilled fish and seafood, poultry in sauce (chicken with morels, for example), and cheeses (goat cheese, Reblochon, or soft cheeses with a bloomy rind). Red wine, on the other hand, pairs well with meats (pork, poultry, veal, etc.) and hard cheeses (such as Comté).

Puligny-Montrachet price: varies by bottle

The price of a large Puligny-Montrachet 1er cru white wine often exceed 100 € a bottle. But it is possible to find wines Puligny-Montrachet AOC for less: expect to pay between 20 € and 70 € for a good-quality wine. But price isn't everything: some wines are excellent at low prices, so don't hesitate to visit our site and register for further information on these specific Burgundy wines.

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