{"product_id":"2024-domaine-leflaive-puligny-montrachet-1er-cru-clavoillon","title":"2024 Domaine Leflaive, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru \"Clavoillon\"","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eDomaine Leflaive is the undisputed titan of Puligny-Montrachet, and \"Clavoillon\" is the estate's crown-jewel Premier Cru monolith. Leflaive owns nearly 85% of this legendary 5.6-hectare vineyard—making it virtually a \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"217\"\u003emonopole\u003c\/i\u003e of the domaine. Situated right between \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"265\"\u003eLes Pucelles\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"282\"\u003eFolatières\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"294\"\u003eClavoillon\u003c\/i\u003e features heavier clay content sitting over hard limestone, yielding a white Burgundy of incredible power, broad-shouldered richness, and deep structural muscle. In 2024, this premier cru captures the apex of biodynamic viticulture: an aristocratic balance of density, electric tension, and timeless elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eOpening with a explosive, reduction-laced bouquet of yellow orchard fruit, lemon confit, crushed oyster shell, toasted hazelnuts, and white acacia flowers, the 2024 \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"165\"\u003eClavoillon\u003c\/i\u003e dominates the palate with sheer texture and drive. A laser-focused core of limestone acidity cuts through the wine's natural weight and creaminess, driving a intensely saline, mineral finish that resonates for well over a minute. While it offers undeniable thrills after a thorough decant today, this is a legendary Premier Cru built for serious cellaring—expect it to reach its peak over the next 10 to 20+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWhy You'll Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNear-Monopole Prestige:\u003c\/b\u003e Leflaive owns roughly 85% of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003eClavoillon\u003c\/i\u003e, making this vineyard synonymous with the estate’s global signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBroad-Shouldered Power:\u003c\/b\u003e Blends Puligny's signature razor-sharp limestone minerality with rich, textured depth from heavier clay topsoils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrand Cru Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Flanks premier sites like \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003eLes Pucelles\u003c\/i\u003e, delivering world-class complexity, weight, and multi-decade cellar longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDecant:\u003c\/b\u003e 45 to 60 minutes to uncoil its mineral reduction and expansive aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eServing Temp:\u003c\/b\u003e 52–56°F—avoid over-chilling to allow the oak integrated texture and complex orchard fruit to unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePairing:\u003c\/b\u003e Butter-poached lobster, pan-roasted turbot with beurre blanc, veal chops in morille cream sauce, or aged Époisses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48127535251510,"sku":"SOMM2610-LFLV24PMCLVN-750","price":574.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/2024-domaine-leflaive-puligny-montrachet-1er-cru-clavoillon","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}