Joseph Drouhin's Puligny-Montrachet vineyards are located in Puligny-Montrachet, one of the communes in the area known as the Côte des Blancs. The soils are limestone, with small pebbles and a mixture of ochre-colored earth. The planting density is approximately 10,000 plants per hectare, and the vines are pruned in the Guyot style, producing an average of 51 hl/ha. The heart of the Côte de Beaune seems predestined for the production of this top-quality white wine. Puligny-Montrachet is a prime example. The stony, calcareous soil drains well and absorbs a great deal of heat. Drouhin takes great care in crafting these wines. Wines from Puligny offer an unparalleled richness of flavor. Their acidity is subtle and elegant.
The Joseph Drouhin Puligny-Montrachet vintage is gently pressed immediately upon arrival at the cellar. It is then aged to ensure the must is clean and fermented in French oak barrels, 25 percent of which are new. No commercial yeasts or enzymes are used for racking or fermentation. The final wine is aged in barrels for 12 months.
The Puligny-Montrachet has a complex bouquet of almonds, amber, and white flowers. The palate is full and rich, complex with a beautiful, long finish. A full-bodied and balanced wine that ranks among the finest in the world. It's ready to drink, but can age for 6 to 8 years; a top vintage can even age for 15 years.
