GIRARDIN PULIGNY MONTRACHET LES COMBETTES 2023

Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet “Les Combettes” 1er Cru 2023

Côte de Beaune, Burgundy — Chardonnay

Style:
A luminous and finely structured Premier Cru from one of Puligny-Montrachet’s most prized vineyards. “Les Combettes” is known for producing wines of elegance, aromatic lift, and seamless balance, and the 2023 vintage highlights purity and finesse.

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Bright pale gold with green reflections.

Nose:
Elegant and layered, offering aromas of white peach, pear, and lemon zest, intertwined with white flowers, crushed limestone, and subtle hints of hazelnut and vanilla from judicious oak.

Palate:
Medium-bodied and beautifully textured. Flavours of ripe orchard fruit, citrus, and stone fruit are framed by vibrant acidity and a finely etched mineral backbone. The wine is both generous and precise, with excellent energy and clarity.

Finish:
Long, clean, and mineral-driven, with lingering notes of citrus, almond, and a delicate saline touch.

Vintage Character – 2023

A harmonious vintage offering bright fruit expression, approachability, and balance, while retaining freshness and definition.

Drinking Window

2025–2040
Approachable young with brief aeration; will gain complexity and nuance with bottle age.

Food Pairing

Excellent with:

• Lobster or langoustine

• Seared scallops

• Grilled or poached fish

• Roast poultry

• Cream-based dishes and risottos

Overall Impression

A classic and elegant expression of Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru — refined, mineral, and poised, with both immediate charm and long-term potential.