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Puligny-Montrachet

Burgundy

Many consider Puligny-Montrachet the greatest white wine village on earth, and it is hard to argue. The Chardonnays here are luminous, precise, and mineral, with a purity that makes every tasting feel like a revelation.

The wines of Puligny-Montrachet are made primarily from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir. Steely, mineral, unoaked.

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Nearby Appellations

To the north Meursault

To the south Chassagne-Montrachet

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Terroir & Classification

Soils

LimestoneMarl

The vineyards sit on Jurassic limestone bedrock from the Bathonian and Bajocian periods, rich in marine fossils including oysters and ammonites. The topsoil consists of thin layers of white marl and limestone scree that provide excellent drainage while allowing roots to penetrate deep into the fractured limestone bedrock. This geological structure creates ideal water regulation, storing moisture in the limestone's porous structure while preventing waterlogging.

Classification

17

Premier Cru vineyards

A significant number that speaks to the quality and variety of vineyard sites here.

Elevation

250-300m, east and southeast-facing slopes

Microclimate

The east-facing orientation provides gentle morning sun exposure while protecting vines from harsh afternoon heat, creating cooler conditions than neighboring Chassagne-Montrachet. The elevation and limestone soils create excellent air drainage, reducing frost risk and maintaining the acidity that gives Puligny its renowned precision and longevity.

Typical Aromas

wet limestonewhite flowerscitrus zesthazelnutmineral salinitygreen apple

Grapes of Burgundy

Chardonnay

white
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
green applelemonpearmelon

Steely, mineral, unoaked

Pinot Noir

red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
strawberryraspberryred cherryviolet

Thin-skinned grape with naturally low tannin. Typically made as a single varietal; also used extensively for Champagne and other sparkling wines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Puligny-Montrachet known for?▼
Puligny-Montrachet is renowned for producing some of the world's greatest white wines from Chardonnay. Many consider it the finest white wine village on earth, famous for its exceptional expression of Burgundian terroir.
What does Puligny-Montrachet wine taste like?▼
Puligny-Montrachet Chardonnays are luminous, precise, and distinctly mineral-driven. They possess a remarkable purity that makes each tasting revelatory, with crystalline clarity and elegant structure.
What grapes are grown in Puligny-Montrachet?▼
Puligny-Montrachet is devoted almost exclusively to Chardonnay, which thrives in this terroir. The appellation produces white wines that showcase Chardonnay's ultimate expression in Burgundy.
How many premier crus does Puligny-Montrachet have?▼
Puligny-Montrachet has 17 Premier Cru vineyards. These sites represent some of Burgundy's most prestigious white wine terroirs.
What soil types are found in Puligny-Montrachet?▼
The soils in Puligny-Montrachet are primarily limestone and marl. These calcareous soils are ideal for Chardonnay, contributing to the wines' characteristic minerality and precision.

Map data: INAO, Cadastre, manual adjustments