Wines

Now led by Brice de la Morandière – the great grandson of Joseph Leflaive – Domaine Leflaive is one of the most influential estates in Puligny-Montrachet. Leflaive focuses almost entirely on white wines made from Chardonnay, including four Grand Cru and four Premier Cru expressions. This particular cuvée hails from Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet, where the domaine owns a 1.16-hectare plot. The 2001 is still a beautifully fresh and highly expressive iteration, showing notes of pears, lemon peel, hints of spice and vanilla.

The 2020 vintage of Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet from Domaine Leflaive is a testament to the exceptional terroir of this Grand Cru vineyard and the domaine's skill in producing Chardonnay of unparalleled complexity and elegance. This vintage is celebrated for its balance, aromatic richness, and longevity. This vintage typically boasts of a complex bouquet of white flowers, green apple, citrus zest, and flint, with a structured, mineral-driven palate, and a lengthy, nuanced finish. Specific awards for the 2020 vintage may not be listed, but Domaine Leflaive's wines from this vineyard have historically received high acclaim.

Bâtard-Montrachet is one of the most prestigious Grand Cru vineyards in Burgundy, known for producing some of the finest white wines in the world, exclusively from Chardonnay. Ramonet's Batard Montrachet is a hallmark of their mastery in white winemaking, showcasing exceptional depth, complexity, and aging potential.

Domaine Leflaive is a renowned winery located in the Burgundy region of France, famous for producing some of the world's most esteemed white wines, particularly from the Chardonnay grape. Under the stewardship of the Leflaive family for generations, the domain has been a leader in biodynamic viticulture, emphasizing environmental respect and ecological balance in its vineyards.