From an emblematic terroir of the Côte de Beaune, "Les Combettes" 2021, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru AOC by Vincent Girardin stands as an ode to purity and balance. This great white, ranked among Puligny’s benchmarks, combines tactile delicacy and aromatic intensity in a work of subtlety. It is aimed at connoisseurs seeking a finely cut, luminous style that can brighten a gourmet table without weighing it down. For the collector of refined grands vins as for the host attentive to every detail, this cuvée resolves a precious equation: a flavorful, precise white, admirably suited to haute cuisine. From the attack to the finish, nothing is left to chance; everything sings of correctness: a subtle minerality that defines the structure, a silky texture that wraps the palate, and a savoury length that prolongs the pleasure. In the glass, time seems to pause, like before an impressionist canvas where light filters in delicate strokes. You will find the signature of a Puligny 1er Cru here: a graceful tension and floral elegance that elevate a dish, soothe a moment, or mark a celebration with rare distinction.

Assemblage et vinification

Expression of a great Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru terroir, this cuvée showcases the nobility of Chardonnay, the king grape of these slopes. Vincent Girardin’s style is defined by a demanding approach, attentive to the clarity of both fruit and place. Careful vinifications, controlled ageing, and a pursuit of aromatic precision all work to preserve natural freshness and refine the texture without masking the terroir’s imprint. Here, delicacy is a deliberate choice, depth is self-evident, and harmony is the guiding thread. The 2021 shines for its uprightness, purity, and that subtle play between intensity and restraint—the hallmark of great white wines intended for cellaring that prefer to suggest rather than overstate. The result is a clean material, tightened by vibrant energy, gently wrapped in floral elegance and a sapidity that calls for gastronomy. Measured élevage, gentle extraction and a respectful approach to the grapes shape a luminous palate, never heavy, ideal for high-end French cuisine.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Pale bright gold, clear and luminous, streaked with crystalline highlights. The wine’s clarity signals precise concentration and contained energy, promising a balance where freshness expresses itself naturally.
• Nez : Subtle and nuanced, it evokes white flowers, the flesh of stone fruits, gently zested citrus and a fine touch of almond. On airing, the mineral thread reveals itself, accompanied by refined pastry hints, a gourmand echo of Burgundian classicism.
• Bouche : Straight attack then a silky, lithe texture carried by elegant mineral tension. The mid-palate gains amplitude without losing its line, and the long finish stretches out with a saline relief and remarkable purity, perfect for the gastronomic table.

Température de service et conseils

Serve chilled, ideally around 11 to 12°C, in Burgundy white wine glasses to open the bouquet and refine the texture. A light decanting before service allows the wine to reveal its full range, from floral notes to more savory inflections. Store bottles in a cellar, away from light, in a stable atmosphere. This cuvée can be enjoyed now for its youthful grace and mineral brilliance, while also offering the potential for harmonious development over the years depending on cellar conditions and the taster’s sensitivity.

Accords mets et vin

• Apéritifs : herb tartlets, light gougères, gently cured salmon with citrus.
• Entrées : scallop carpaccio, delicate ceviche, white asparagus with light mousseline.
• Plats : sole meunière, turbot with beurre blanc, free-range poultry in a creamy sauce, morel risotto.
• Fromages : aged comté, beaufort, brillat-savarin, lightly aged fresh goat cheese.
• Desserts : thin citrus tart, vanilla shortbread, delicate praline dessert with low sweetness.

Moments de dégustation

The "Les Combettes" 2021 is the perfect companion:

• To celebrate a rare moment when elegance takes its place at the table.
• During a gastronomic dinner where every pairing is conceived as a work of art.
• As an exceptional gift for a lover of refined grands vins.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : "Les Combettes" 2021, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru AOC
• Domaine : Vincent Girardin
• Appellation : Puligny-Montrachet
• Classement : Premier Cru
• Millésime : 2021
• Région : Bourgogne, Côte de Beaune
• Couleur : Blanc
• Cépage : Chardonnay
• Cuvée : Les Combettes
• Catégorie : Vins fins

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