Puligny Montrachet Les Referts 1er Cru

Wine information: Puligny Montrachet is situated directly to the south of Meursault and to the north of Chassagne-Montrachet. It shares with Chassagne a handful of the greatest white wine vineyards in the world. Les Referts, classified 1er Cru, is adjacent to the commune of Meursault, and right above “Les Combettes” and “Clos de la Garenne”. The clay and chalk soil, which is very stony, drains well and warms through easily. Maison Louis Jadot practices traditional oak vinification to yield a full-flavoured yet graceful wine of exceptional balance and breed, with complex, distinctive aromas typical of Puligny. The wine is aged in oak barrels for around 18 months before bottling.

Tasting Notes: Louis Jadot Puligny Montrachet 1er cru Les Referts has a pale gold colour. The soils give to this wine a very fine structure and mineral character, with fruit, honey and herbaceous aromas. On the palate, the acidity is perfectly balanced and the wine has a good length.

Food & Wine match: This great wine will perfectly match the finest cooking: shellfish, poached fish, strong cheeses like Munster and ripe Comté. In good cellaring conditions, this wine can be kept 8 to 12 years.

Reviews: "Lovely nutty character here, charismatic and lively. Real interest, lots of individuality. Shows the uniqueness of Burgundy, plus a generous citrus fruit too." (RH) 17.5 Points, Jancis Robinson

"There is just a faint touch of white peach on the nose of this Puligny Referts, but with a few more swirls that trademark “crushed stone” scent begins to emerge. The palate is well balanced with good weight: vibrant green fruit, just a hint of dried honey, expanding nicely to an apricot-tinged finish. Very fine." 91 Points, Robert Parket. Tasted January 2011.

 
     

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