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Puligny-Montrachet

Burgundy

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Côte d’Or & Côte Chalonnaise

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.

221–390 m

Elevation range

white

Wine styles

4 Grand Crus

Avg. slope 4.7°

17 Premier Crus

Avg. slope 6.2°

16 Vineyards

Avg. slope 1.9°

Vineyard Map

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Nearby Appellations

To the north Meursault

To the south Chassagne-Montrachet

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Terroir & Character

Climate

The east-facing exposition provides gentle morning sun and protection from harsh afternoon heat, while the limestone soils create excellent drainage that prevents waterlogging yet retains sufficient moisture during dry periods. Cool air drainage from the Côte d'Or escarpment moderates temperatures, extending the growing season.

Terroir

LimestoneMarl

The vineyards sit on Jurassic limestone bedrock from the Bathonian and Bajocian periods, rich in marine fossils including oyster shells and crinoids. The upper slopes feature thin topsoil over hard limestone, while mid-slope parcels have deeper marl deposits that retain moisture and provide excellent drainage through natural fissures in the limestone substrata.

Typical Aromas

citruswhite flowersmineralalmondhoneyflint
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Notable Producers

Domaine LeflaiveBenchmark Puligny, biodynamic pioneer
Domaine SauzetRich, elegant Puligny Premier Crus
Domaine CarillonPure, precise Puligny across multiple crus

Grapes of Puligny-Montrachet

Chardonnay

White
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
green applelemonpearnectarine

Chardonnay's homeland. Chablis stays steely and citrus-driven, the Côte de Beaune turns rich and hazelnutty, the Mâconnais sits comfortably between.

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.

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