Domaine François Carillon
Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatieres 2019
| Denomination | AOC Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Burgundy (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged in barrel for about one year (22% new oak), then transferred to blending tank for 7 months. |
- Name and vintage: Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Folatières 2019
- Grape variety and style: 100% Chardonnay, still white wine of great elegance and complexity
- Aroma: notes of honeysuckle, white flowers, apple and pronounced minerality
- Flavour: savoury and harmonious, white and yellow fruit, taut and persistent finish
- Ageing: 12 months in barrel (22% new oak) followed by 7 months in tank
Description
What kind of wine it is
Francois Carillon Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatieres is a still white wine from France that embodies the elegance of Burgundy. Made from Chardonnay grapes, it presents a straw yellow glass with golden highlights. The bouquet opens with clear floral aromas of honeysuckle, enriched by hints of apple and a pronounced mineral streak. On the palate, it is savoury and complex, with a consistent fruity texture enlivened by fresh juiciness. Ideal when decanted for an hour, it pairs beautifully with shellfish, roast poultry and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This Premier Cru originates in Burgundy, at the heart of Puligny-Montrachet, from the renowned Les Folatières vineyard. The composition of the clay-limestone soil plays a crucial role in enhancing the Chardonnay, giving it tension and aromatic precision. The signature is that of François Carillon, a historic wine estate that faithfully interprets the identity of the landscape. Its outstanding quality has earned this label a high Vinous score, a testament to the prestige of its chosen terroir.
How it is produced
The production process begins with alcoholic and malolactic fermentation carried out in wooden barrels. This is followed by barrel ageing for about a year, with skilful use of new oak to preserve the fruit’s fragrance. The wine then rests in blending tanks for seven months, a crucial phase for defining a harmonious blend. This meticulous process ensures remarkable taste persistence, delivering a finish marked by pronounced savouriness and minerality.
History and Curiosities
The Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru by François Carillon originates in Burgundy from a family tradition dating back to 1611. This Chardonnay, awarded 94 points by Vinous, ferments and matures for about a year in barrel (using 22% new oak), then rests for a further seven months in tank. The result is an elegant wine with a delicate floral bouquet, enhanced by the mineral notes typical of the clay-limestone soil. If left to decant for an hour, it reveals a juicy and balanced fruit on the palate, offering a long and savoury persistence.
Awards
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2019
94/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1893
Located in the heart of the village, the estate owns and manages today a sixteen-hectare-vineyard located in Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet and Saint-Aubin. The estate produces about seventeen (depending on the harvests) different appellations, mainly in Chardonnay.
Between passion and precision, the ambition of the François Carillon Domaine is to produce fine, elegant and gourmet wines, representative of the exceptional terroirs from which they come.
Referenced in best restaurants of the world, François Carillon's white wines are also praised by wine experts and wine lovers, who recognize their exactitude and balance. Read more
| Name | Francois Carillon Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatieres 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Puligny-Montrachet AOC |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Vendor | Domaine François Carillon |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru by François Carillon originates in Burgundy from a family tradition dating back to 1611. This Chardonnay, awarded 94 points by Vinous, ferments and matures for about a year in barrel (using 22% new oak), then rests for a further seven months in tank. The result is an elegant wine with a delicate floral bouquet, enhanced by the mineral notes typical of the clay-limestone soil. If left to decant for an hour, it reveals a juicy and balanced fruit on the palate, offering a long and savoury persistence. |
| Origin | Puligny-Montrachet, Burgundy, France |
| Soil composition | Clay-limestone |
| Production technique | Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in barrels; ageing in barrels for about a year (22% new oak) and subsequent transfer to blending tank for 7 months |
| Wine making | Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation carried out in barrel; ageing in barrel for about a year with 22% new oak, then transfer to a blending tank for 7 months. |
| Aging | Aged in barrel for about one year (22% new oak), then transferred to blending tank for 7 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |