Description

From a quietly exceptional plot at the heart of Puligny's premier cru hillside, the De Montille Puligny-Montrachet 2023 punches well above its village appellation in both density and character, a reflection of its unique position surrounded by first growths and the estate's long commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture. The nose is elegant and precise, offering crunchy apple, greengage plum and honeysuckle with a delicate freshness that sets the tone. On the palate the wine is harmonious and lively, with white tea, a whisper of pepper and a cool, mineral tension that runs through to a long, focused finish. Aged predominantly in 600-litre barrels with just 15% new oak before a further period in stainless steel to preserve freshness, the winemaking is entirely at the service of the terroir. A Puligny that sits comfortably between village and premier cru in all but name.