2021 Château de la Crée Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru La Garenne

The 2021 La Garenne Chardonnay mesmerizes with a symphony of flavors that dance gracefully on the palate. Notes of key lime, creamy citrus, and limestone are layered with a vibrant acidity and subtle zest, imbuing the wine with a unique character that is redolent of a red wine. The high elevation of the vineyard, combined with ample sun exposure, ripeness, and roundness, creates a delightful tension that further elevates this top climat in Puligny, while the presence of clay and limestone in the soil intrigues and enhances the wine's complexity.

Technical Details

Vintage: 2021
Varietal: Chardonnay

APPELLATION

Puligny-Montrachet
HARVEST DATE

9/18/21
BOTTLING DATE

8/15/22
BARREL AGING

14 MONTHS

Château de la Crée Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru La Garenne Chardonnay
Context

Distinguished Recognition Accolades & Reviews

96 points

Puligny-Montrachet

The crown jewel, and most coveted of our Chardonnay vineyard collection that we proudly call our own. Our Puligny-Montrachet vineyard sits at a higher elevation where the vines thrive as they draw rich nutrients from the bountiful soil. Nestled just a stone's throw away from the esteemed Grands Crus, these soils humbly boast their proximity to greatness. Clayey alluvial soil with coarser textures grace the top of the slopes, whereas a finer, silky layer comprise the foot of this vinous canvas. With exposures facing East and South-East, the vineyards of Puligny-Montrachet bask in the sun's first light and warmth throughout the day. Poised at altitudes ranging from 230 to 320 meters, these vineyards find their perfect harmony.

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