Domaine Leflaive, Chevalier Montrachet 2006

A very pleasent surprise … the 2006 Leflaive’s are a mixed bunch, some very ripe and with high alcohol levels. This example of the 2006 Laflaive Chevalier-Montrachet  did however show magnificently. It’s a rich and ripe Chevalier, with plenty of fruit, still some exotic orchard fruit notes in the bouquet interlinked with the powerful yet filigree minerality. On the palate a big and vinous wine, plenty of fruit on the mid-palate, it’s balanced with a very fine energy for the vintage. The acidity seems sufficient – and the wine offer tremendous drinking. It’s long, intense and generous .- surprisingly focused. a delightful glass well beyond my expectations.

(Drink from Now) – Outstanding – (95p) – Tasted 13/12 – 2016

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