Olivier Leflaive : Pernand-Vergelesses Village 2020

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Pernand-Vergelesses Village 2020 by Olivier Leflaive

Tasting

Nose
Opening with notes of hawthorn and acacia, the nose gradually reveals fragrances evoking amber, honey and spices.

Palate
The palate is seduced by its liveliness and balance.

Service

For optimal tasting, serve between 10 and 12°C.

Storage

This wine can be kept in cellars until 2028.

Food and wine pairings

This cuvée ideally accompanies pasta and seafood risottos, or cheeses from the blue family.

The liveliness and structure of a white wine from Burgundy

The property

Established in Puligny-Montrachet since 1635, the Domaine Olivier Leflaive has perpetuated the tradition of great Burgundy wines by offering one of the most beautiful expressions of chardonnay in the world. At the head of a must-see domain in Burgundy, Olivier Leflaive has established himself as an emblematic character of the Côte de Beaune. Patiently built up, Olivier Leflaive's vineyard now extends over 17 hectares of vines located on the greatest terroirs of Burgundy.

The vineyard

This Pernand-Vergelesses Village comes from a selection of vineyards located on the terroirs of Frétille, Sous les Cloux, les Courbettes and Les Pins. Averaging 36 years old, the vines rest on clay-limestone soils.

Vinification and ageing

Manual harvesting followed by pressing in whole and crushed grapes (50% of each). Ageing for 12 months (including 5 months en masse) in barrels (including 18% new).

Blend

Chardonnay (100%).