Domaine Leflaive - Puligny Montrachet



1987


Slow, difficult budburst. Full flowering came only in the last days of June, under conditions that were still difficult, engendering "coulure" and "millerandage" (poor fruit set) in many parcels. The "véraison" (change in grape colour) began only around 10 August. Fortunately, the good weather in September and at the start of October allowed an acceleration in ripening and good harvesting conditions. The wines - low in quantity - are fine, with well-marked terroirs and good acidity that guarantees ageing. Harvest from 1 to 12 October.


Chevalier-Montrachet


N° 18, Octobre-Novembre 1997 [Vertical] Grand Cru blanc, Chevalier-Montrachet Chevalier-Montrachet 1987 *** A demonstration of what we said above about the 92 vintage: it's very dangerous to evaluate a vintage in its youth. If 1987 was quickly given a first-class burial, the vintage is ready to drink now and continues to give us some lovely surprises with its lively, fine and elegant style. That's the case with this wine, with its nose of honey, brioche, exotic fruit, menthol (freshness) and spice, and a palate full of raciness and distinction. Nothing left to say... Christophe Tupinier



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