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Château de Puligny-Montrachet Puligny-Montrachet 2016

Puligny-Montrachet AOC

Bit of a steal Puligny Montrachet, taking over 75% of the grapes from a former Premier Cru vineyard. Not surprisingly, it’s weighty, concentrated and focused, offering everything you could want from a Premier Cru except the title. And the price.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Vibrant fruit and acidity. Great complexity and length

Aroma

Lightly smoky with pear, apple and citrus notes

Château de Puligny-Montrachet Puligny-Montrachet 2016

More information

  • 12.5% ABV
  • 9.38 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2025

Château de Puligny has really come to life since 2001, when Etienne de Montille took over winemaking. He drastically reduced yields, added a gentler touch in the cellar and let the fruit shine over the oak. He has also introduced organic and biodynamic farming. At least two thirds of the grapes for this fine Puligny Montrachet come from the Chalumeaux vineyard, declassified when the previous owner applied a forbidden top soil. Etienne has undone the damage, but it remains an unclassified Premier Cru. Added to that is fruit from two other vineyards – Levron and Baudrières Nosroy. Just 15% of the barrels were new to ensure a beautifully balanced wine that tastes way finer than its village status. Enjoy with classic chicken or seafood dishes.

"Very bright and pure aromas of white peaches and lemons with a subtle, stony edge" James Suckling
For the 2017 vintage
Map showing Puligny-Montrachet AOC
Tasting note information