Domaine Alain Chavy Puligny-Montrachet Les 8 Climats 2021

Alain Chavy produces restrained, structured, and long-lived white Burgundies from 17 acres of vineyards in Puligny-Montrachet, with small holdings in the neighboring villages of Chassagne and Meursault. Alain established Domaine Alain Chavy in 2003 with vineyards inherited from his father and includes some of Puligny’s top premier crus.

Wine Production
Alain inoculates for fermentation and believes in keeping bâtonnage to a minimum. He uses a combination of 400-liter oak puncheons and 20% new Burgundian pièce for the village-level wines. “We’re looking for balance between the fruit and oak character,” explains Alain. “We want the wines’ minerality to show through.”

About the Vineyard
For some, Puligny-Montrachet is the ultimate white wine location on earth thanks to its perfect aspect and well-drained limestone soil. Alain Chavy’s Puligny-Montrachet comes from several parcels around Puligny from vines planted between 1965 and 1974. Parcels near Meursault have heavier soils, bringing body and power, while the gravel-limestone soils around Chassagne contribute elegance and minerality.

The Domaine Alain Chavy Puligny-Montrachet is a superb representation of this renowned Burgundian appellation. On the nose, it greets you with a bouquet of fresh white flowers and hints of citrus zest, a prelude to the elegance within. With the first sip, this Chardonnay reveals a harmonious palate. Flavors of green apple, lemon, and a touch of ripe pear dance gracefully on the tongue, with an underlying mineral essence that speaks to the terroir’s identity. Balanced by bright acidity, it offers a refreshing and invigorating experience. The finish is clean and enduring, leaving a lasting impression of citrus and a subtle hint of hazelnut.