Xavier Monnot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières'

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Xavier Monnot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières'

Name: Xavier Monnot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières'
Brand: Xavier Monnot
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

France, Burgundy

White wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.4

Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Xavier Monnot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières' is a premium white wine produced by the renowned winemaker Xavier Monnot. The wine comes from the Puligny-Montrachet appellation, which is known for producing some of the finest white wines in the world. 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 and acidity.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Xavier Monnot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 'Les Folatières' is a full-bodied white Burgundy with a deep golden hue.On the nose, aromas of honey, citrus, and white flowers mingle with notes of hazelnut and freshly baked bread. On the palate, the wine shows a beautiful balance of richness and acidity with a long, mineral-driven finish. Enjoy now or cellar for a few more years to let it reach its full potential.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2040

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Xavier Monnot

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

4.4

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