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The Montrachet 2000 from Chateau de Puligny Montrachet was made before Etienne de Montille took over the vinification in 2001. The wine is aproaching maturity, with mature notes in both bouquet and on the palate. Quite heavy and a little tired in the fruit - not a masterpeice. Lacks the vibrant …
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Chevalier Montrachet 1995 from Domaine Leflaive is one of the best white Burgyndies I have tasted in years. Some mature notes in the bouquet, but still fresh. Perfect balance, very good acidity and length. Clean mature chardonnay flavors, with a very intense minerality. Will improve for some years, …
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The 2001 Bienvenue Batard Montrachet from Ramonet et an very fine perhaps even outstanding white burgundy. Perfectly balanced, good length and with a fresh acidity structure. I really enjoyed this wine, and it just confirm the high quality level at Domaine Ramonet. (2012 - 2022) - 94p …
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The 2006 Puligny village wine is not a got effort from Domaine Leflaive. It's alcoholic in both bouquet and on the palate - a direct result of the 14,5% alcohol level. Only average - and not a pleasure. It's hard to say if it will improve with cellaring! (now - 2020) - 79p …
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This is classic white Burgundy of the best kind. Domaine Leflaive Les Pucelle 1996 (95p), is an outstanding effort. A precise and crisp wine, with the classic 1996 backbone. Great balance, 100% pure and above all a great pleasure to drink. Will improve for at least 10 years, but tastes great now. …
