Esprit Leflaive
Bourgogne Blanc
The Bourgogne Blanc from Esprit Leflaive has the particularity to only come from vineyards located in the town of Puligny, making it easily one of the best Bourgogne Blanc you could get your hands on. This is the perfect first step into the Esprit Leflaive unique offerings.
Vintage Factsheets
The family works with long term agreement; the plots are owned by members of the family or long-time friends of the family. All vineyards are farmed biodynamically. The parcels are situated in the town of Puligny-Montrachet on the south side towards Chassagne-Montrachet: Bluses, Pré la Dame, Femelotte, Champ Perrier and Equince.
- Region
- Bourgogne
- Appellation
- Côtes de Beaune
- Sub-Appellation
- Regional
- Varietal Composition
- Chardonnay
- Aging
- Gentle pneumatic pressing and 24-hour decanting with settling and racking. Fermented in French oak (10% new) for 12 months, then aged 6 months in vats before bottling.
- Alcohol
- 13%
The Bourgogne Blanc opens with bright citrus zest, white flowers, and a hint of fresh herbs. The palate is elegant and well-balanced, with crisp acidity, a silky texture, and notes of green apple and lemon curd on the finish. Classic and refined.
