Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières'

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Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières'

Name: Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières'
Brand: Vincent Girardin
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

France, Burgundy

White wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.5

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières' is a premium white wine produced by Vincent Girardin, a renowned winemaker in Burgundy, France. The wine comes from the prestigious Puligny-Montrachet appellation, known for producing some of the world's finest Chardonnay wines. The vineyard features steep slopes and limestone-rich soils, which impart a unique minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle pressing, and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is elegant and refined, with a delicate balance of fruit, acidity, and oak. It is a perfect example of the classic Burgundian style, and a must-try for any wine enthusiast.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières' from Vincent Girardin is an exquisite white Burgundy with a complex aroma of ripe stone fruit, citrus, and honey.On the palate, this wine has a vibrant acidity and a long, mineral finish. It is beautifully balanced, with a creamy texture and a lingering finish. This is a fantastic expression of Puligny-Montrachet that will continue to evolve in the bottle for years to come.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

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Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Vincent Girardin

Region: Burgundy

Burgundy is a wine region located in the east-central part of France, renowned for its high-quality wines. It is one of the most famous and prestigious wine regions in the world, with a long history of winemaking that dates back to the Middle Ages. Burgundy has been producing wine since the Middle Ages, and its wines have been highly sought after since the 15th century. The region is divided into four main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Each of these sub-regions has its own unique terroir and produces wines with distinct characteristics.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.5

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