Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Champs Gains

France, Burgundy, Cote de Beaune, Puligny-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Champs Gains
Bottle
Ratings
Parker 92/100
Identity
Producer Vincent Girardin
Year 2020
Vol 0.75
Classification 1er cru, AOC
Grapes 100% Chardonnay
Color White
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc A bright green-gold color
Aroma The nose suggests mineral notes and well-integrated acidity, followed by hazelnut, amber, lemongrass, and green apple
Palate Long and fine on the palate. A very beautiful precision is offered to us, with woody and fruity notes
Finish A finish with a citrus note
Food Pairing Will confidently accompany a fresh salmon steak, pan-seared scallops, or a magnificent blue lobster from Brittany
Serving Temp 11-13
Aging Potential 15-20
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
ABV % 13.5
Aging Process 18 months in French oak barrels, 15% new
Fermentation Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations with indigenous yeasts and bacteria
Terroir
Soil clay-limestone
Vine Age 45
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Manual harvesting, sorting on the vine and then at the winery, pneumatic pressing, and slow extraction
Interesting facts
Plenty of airy, aromatic width. Direct, mineral, sinuous, melting with flavor – such an excellent wine – and really great finishing too, so persistent!!