2014 Puligny Montrachet Les Chalumeaux
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Bright yellow. Sexy stone fruits and spices on the very subtle nose, complicated by a note of flint. Very much alive on the palate, with its alluring sweetness nicely brightened by lemon zest acidity. The rising finish conveys excellent intensity and thrust. Still very young.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The 2014 Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru les Chalumeaux has a very expressive, wet limestone, sea spray and flint-scented bouquet that opens with confidence. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the entry, rounded in the mouth but kept in check by the keen line of acidity. This is very refined and yet voluminous with lingering passion fruit and white peach notes on the sustained aftertaste. Excellent.
Medium bright yellow. Sexy aromas of lemon, white peach, hay and wet stone are complemented by nuances of brioche and spices. Brisk, spicy and nicely concentrated, conveying a tactile impression of extract. Aging in two once-used 600-liter casks and the rest in older barrels. Finishes with excellent spicy persistence.
About the producer
Volnay’s Domaine de Montille is one of the most historic in the Côte d’Or. Founded in 1730, the property remains family-owned and run, with Etienne de Montille – the ninth generation – at the helm today.