2023 Domaine Etienne Sauzet Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru “Les Folatières”, Burgundy, France

2023 Domaine Etienne Sauzet Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru “Les Folatières”, Burgundy, France

A luminous and finely sculpted white Burgundy, the 2023 “Les Folatières” from Domaine Etienne Sauzet captures the elegance and layered depth of one of Puligny-Montrachet’s most iconic Premier Cru sites. Aromas of white flowers, citrus oil, and crushed stone unfold gracefully, followed by a palate that’s both creamy and taut, with notes of Meyer lemon, ripe pear, almond, and saline minerality. The finish is precise, persistent, and deeply mineral, promising excellent aging potential.

$324.99
$324.99

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ABOUT THIS WINE

Situated high on the slope just above the village, Les Folatières is one of the most renowned Premier Crus in Puligny-Montrachet. Its combination of altitude, poor limestone soils, and excellent drainage yields wines of both richness and finesse. In 2023, a vintage marked by early ripening and good balance, the site’s natural tension and vibrancy shine through.

The Chardonnay grapes were hand-harvested and gently pressed, with fermentation carried out in French oak barrels using native yeasts. Aging took place over 12 to 14 months in barrel (around 20–25% new oak), followed by time in tank to integrate the wine before bottling. The vinification is minimalist, allowing the terroir’s voice to remain front and center.

On the palate, the wine balances concentration and precision. Layers of citrus zest, white peach, and toasted hazelnut meet a vibrant backbone of acidity and wet-stone minerality. Texturally fine and tightly wound in its youth, it will broaden and deepen with time. Pair it with lobster, turbot, or dishes featuring rich sauces and subtle herbal notes.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Domaine Etienne Sauzet, based in Puligny-Montrachet, is one of the benchmark producers of white Burgundy, known for crafting Chardonnay that expresses purity, elegance, and site transparency. Founded in the early 20th century and now managed by Emilie and Benoît Riffault (Etienne Sauzet’s granddaughter and her husband), the domaine is deeply committed to biodynamic and organic farming across its 15 hectares.

Sauzet's philosophy is rooted in respect for nature and restraint in the cellar. Fermentation and élevage are conducted with minimal intervention, favoring gentle extraction and measured use of oak. The goal is always to showcase the unique character of each vineyard.

In Les Folatières, Sauzet produces a wine that embodies Puligny’s signature traits—refinement, mineral intensity, and longevity—rendered with exceptional clarity and grace in the 2023 vintage.

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Grape(s) Chardonnay
Farming Organic, Biodynamic