Domaine Leflaive Clavoillon Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Chardonnay 2018 (1500ml)

Lee Pitofsky

For me the 2017 vintage marked Leflaive’s return to stardom, after (arguably) 2004. I can’t believe this is the warm 2018. It’s stunningly elegant, finessed and pure with zero fat or potential “blockiness” of some 2018 white burgs. It’s layered with gorgeous perfumed aromatics of citrus blossoms, lilies, stone fruit, exotic spice and the perfect amount of reduction we love. The palate has killer tension, vibrancy, racy lemony acids and a lovely texture that gives way to its focused, spice tinged and persistent finish. So good!

Big Wave Dave

Exceptional energy and balance. Creamy reductive notes are echoed on the palate, with the addition of lemon merengue, lilies, smoke and brioche. There is power and depth, but the wines inherent complexity and balance mean that the whole zings across the palate with so much energy. Up there with the best white burgundy’s I’ve had.