When people think of white Burgundies, they think of Domaine Leflaive. The Puligny-Montrachet estate has 13 acres of grand cru vineyards that date back to the 18th century. Wines from Montrachet command the steepest price, in part, because they come from the smallest of the Leflaive holdings.
Chevalier-Montrachet: 4.9 acres
Bâtard-Montrachet: 4.7 acres
Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet: 2.8 acres
Montrachet: 0.2 acres
Demand for Domaine Leflaive Montrachet has soared in recent years. This medium-bodied Chardonnay with a svelte finish has seen nine out of its last ten vintages return 100% or more since 2017. The exception: the 2015 vintage, which has appreciated a mere 93.7%. (Please note the dripping sarcasm.)
