2023 ESPRIT LEFLAIVE PULIGNY MONTRACHET

The 2023 vintage was both generous in quantity and balanced in quality, following the exceptional 2022. A mild winter with little rain gave way to a cool, wet spring that replenished the water table and supported healthy vine growth. Warm days and cool nights in summer were ideal, despite occasional heatwaves and storms. Harvest began on August 29 with a reduced team, allowing extra ripening time for select parcels. As temperatures soared in early September, picking accelerated. Notably, 2023 marked the first year harvesting stopped at 2pm to avoid the afternoon heat, a practice likely to continue.

This village-level wine is a true expression of the commune, showcasing the warmth of the vintage with ripe stone fruit and citrus. It also reveals depth with subtle saline notes, flint, and fresh white flowers. The texture is smooth and inviting.