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Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet 1er cru Les Pucelles 2023

Chardonnay from Puligny-Montrachet, Côtes de Beaune, Burgundy, France
B&D 97
WS 96
AM 92-95
V 93
NEW ITEM PRE-ARRIVAL
Item # 356412

$745.00
List $1,340.00   Save $595.00

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750ml
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97 points Bettane & Desseauve Guide (2026).

96 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "[$1,340 list] There’s density in the form of concentration and texture, supporting flavors of butterscotch, lemon oil, citronella and peach, with an underlying spiciness. Powerful now, yet judging from the long finish, this will gain finesse with time. Best from 2027 through 2035. 1,530 cases made, 306 cases imported.(11/5/25)"

92-95 points/'Sweet spot/Outstanding,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from two very large parcels of vines totaling over 3 ha). A completely different aromatic profile is comprised by notes of honeysuckle, orange peel, carnation, acacia blossom and a plethora of spice nuances. The delicious, generously proportioned and relatively forward medium-bodied flavors coat the palate with sappy dry extract before culminating in a wonderfully complex, balanced, clean and nicely dry finish that possess first-rate persistence. This is also very classy and a wine that is sufficiently pliant that it could be enjoyed young if desired. Drink: 2033+. (Jun 2025)"

93 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2024 Puligny-Montrachet Les Pucelles 1er Cru, which Brice de la Morandière quipped was a "Grand Cru" (well, he does have grounds), has a succinct bouquet with lime, citrus peel and light flinty aromas that gradually unfurl in the glass. The palate is well balanced, cut from a similar cloth to the Les Combettes but with a slightly creamier texture. Perhaps it does not quite have the same "electricity" as the latter. This is long in the mouth, but juxtaposing the two cuvées I might err towards the Les Combettes. Drink: 2027-2046. (Aug 2025)"
97 points Bettane & Desseauve Guide (2026).

96 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "[$1,340 list] There’s density in the form of concentration and texture, supporting flavors of butterscotch, lemon oil, citronella and peach, with an underlying spiciness. Powerful now, yet judging from the long finish, this will gain finesse with time. Best from 2027 through 2035. 1,530 cases made, 306 cases imported.(11/5/25)"

92-95 points/'Sweet spot/Outstanding,' Allen Meadows (Burghound): "(from two very large parcels of vines totaling over 3 ha). A completely different aromatic profile is comprised by notes of honeysuckle, orange peel, carnation, acacia blossom and a plethora of spice nuances. The delicious, generously proportioned and relatively forward medium-bodied flavors coat the palate with sappy dry extract before culminating in a wonderfully complex, balanced, clean and nicely dry finish that possess first-rate persistence. This is also very classy and a wine that is sufficiently pliant that it could be enjoyed young if desired. Drink: 2033+. (Jun 2025)"

93 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2024 Puligny-Montrachet Les Pucelles 1er Cru, which Brice de la Morandière quipped was a "Grand Cru" (well, he does have grounds), has a succinct bouquet with lime, citrus peel and light flinty aromas that gradually unfurl in the glass. The palate is well balanced, cut from a similar cloth to the Les Combettes but with a slightly creamier texture. Perhaps it does not quite have the same "electricity" as the latter. This is long in the mouth, but juxtaposing the two cuvées I might err towards the Les Combettes. Drink: 2027-2046. (Aug 2025)"
Product SKU 356412
Producer Leflaive
Country France
Region Burgundy
SubRegion Côtes de Beaune
Appellation Puligny-Montrachet
Varietal Chardonnay
Designation Premier Cru
Vintage 2023
Size 750ml
Color White
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