In the tradition of the great whites from the Côte de Beaune, Les Setilles 2022 by Olivier Leflaive celebrates the art of Chardonnay under the Bourgogne AOC designation. A flagship cuvée of the house, it precisely blends grapes from renowned terroirs in Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault. Old vines, often over 45 years of age, deliver concentrated juices marrying aromatic intensity, caressing texture and taut freshness. Designed for those seeking a gastronomy-ready white that is both accessible and noble, this cuvée serves as a privileged gateway to Burgundian finesse. Mostly hand-harvested, gently pressed, carefully fermented and modestly aged, it expresses a clear, precise style with a pronounced mineral resonance. The nuanced aromatic profile evokes white flowers, white fruits and toasted almond, lifted by a lemony brightness and a hint of honeyed nuance. On the palate the wine is broad and dynamic, stretching into a long, chalky, salivating finish that invites the next glass.

Blend and winemaking

This cuvée is made from Chardonnay selected from plots in Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault. The harvest is carried out 90% by hand to preserve the integrity of the berries. After a precise pneumatic pressing, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks to retain fruit brightness and the vintage's innate freshness. The 7 to 14 months ageing is conducted in French oak barrels, of which 10 to 12% are new, to add extra texture and subtle depth without masking the grape's expression. This approach, balanced and aromatically transparent, allows the wine to gain complexity while keeping a clear mineral backbone that reflects the prestigious origins of the plots.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Clear and bright, revealing radiant youth and a finely edged texture, promising a precise, silky mouthfeel.
• Nose : A nuanced bouquet of white flowers and white fruits, blending peach and toasted almond. A lemon zest lifts the aromatic tension, joined by delicate honeyed notes that add complexity without weight.
• Palate : Broad and creamy on the attack, then a lift of freshness carried by perfectly judged acidity. The texture builds dimension toward a chalky finish, long and salivating, highlighting the cuvée's mineral energy.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve Les Setilles 2022 between 10 to 12°C to preserve its backbone and the purity of its aromas. A short period of aeration helps release almond and white fruit nuances while revealing the depth of the floral register. Store bottles in a cool, stable cellar, away from light and vibrations. This cuvée shows a cellaring potential from 2023 to 2029 depending on storage conditions and the desired development. In the early years it is bright and fruity with clear tension; over time the texture gains creaminess and the toasted notes meld into a more polished harmony.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : puff pastry bites, seasonal vegetable tartlets, delicate fish rillettes.
• Seafood : prawns, shelled crab, clams and shellfish served simply to highlight minerality.
• Grilled fish : white fish on the plancha, lightly seared fillets, lemon jus and fresh herbs.
• Goat cheeses : fresh or aged logs, whose salinity resonates with the chalky finish.
• Fruit and chocolate desserts : citrus salads, poached peaches, white chocolate paired with almond in measured touches.

Moments to enjoy

Les Setilles 2022 fits both indulgent interludes and fine dining occasions :

• For a refined aperitif when you want an expressive, precise and nuanced white.
• During a seafood dinner showcasing shellfish and grilled fish.
• As a thoughtful gift for a Burgundy enthusiast seeking purity and authenticity.

Characteristics

• Name : Olivier Leflaive, Les Setilles 2022
• Appellation : Bourgogne AOC
• Type : Dry white wine
• Vintage : 2022
• Grape variety : Chardonnay (100%)
• Alcohol : 13%
• Aging : 7 to 14 months in French oak barrels, 10 to 12% new
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : 2023 to 2029
• Serving temperature : 10 to 12°C