Domaine Leflaive

An iconic estate of the Côte de Beaune

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Located 11 km south of Beaune, not far from the estates of François Carillon and Olivier Leflaive, Domaine Leflaive encompasses numerous appellations (Montrachet, Chevalier Montrachet Grand Cru, Batard Montrachet Grand Cru, Bienvenues Batard Montrachet Grand Cru, Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru, Chablis Vaudésir Grand Cru, Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru, Puligny Montrachet 1ers Crus, Pommard 1er Cru, Volnay 1er Cru, Meursault 1ers Crus, Santenay, St Aubin, Pernand Vergelesses, Rully, Chablis Villages…). Joseph Leflaive replanted the vineyard following the Phylloxera crisis in 1920, which was subsequently managed by his 2 sons (Jo and Vincent), then by Anne Claude Leflaive (who passed away in 2015), and now by Brice de la Morandière. With an area of 24 hectares planted exclusively with white grapes (100% Chardonnay), the vines are set on clay-limestone soils on the lower slopes and limestone soils on the upper slopes. Domaine Leflaive has been biodynamic-certified since 1997.

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Domaine Leflaive Bâtard Montrachet 1997
Last one !
1 in stock
117247
White
75cl
91-93/100
93/100
91/100
19/20
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Burgundy | Bâtard Montrachet

Domaine Leflaive Bâtard Montrachet 1997

€1,140.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€950.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet 1998
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1 in stock
117248
White
75cl
89/100
92/100
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Burgundy | Chevalier Montrachet

Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet 1998

€1,188.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€990.00 ex-VAT
Esprit de Leflaive Corton Les Grandes Lolières 2018
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1 in stock
117639
Red
75cl
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Burgundy | Corton

Esprit de Leflaive Corton Les Grandes Lolières 2018

€390.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€325.00 ex-VAT
Esprit de Leflaive Pommard 1er cru Les Arvelets 2018
2 in stock
117641
Red
75cl
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Burgundy | Pommard 1er cru

Esprit de Leflaive Pommard 1er cru Les Arvelets 2018

€138.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€115.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Pouilly Fuissé 2020
2 in stock
121673
White
75cl
92/100
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Burgundy | Pouilly Fuissé

Domaine Leflaive Pouilly Fuissé 2020

€108.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€90.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Pouilly Fuissé 2021
1 in stock
121671
White
75cl
93/100
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Burgundy | Pouilly Fuissé

Domaine Leflaive Pouilly Fuissé 2021

€96.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€80.00 ex-VAT
Leflaive et Associés Bourgogne 2020 Blanc
2 in stock
121665
White
75cl
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Burgundy

Leflaive et Associés Bourgogne 2020 Blanc

€96.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€80.00 ex-VAT
Leflaive et Associés Bourgogne 2021 Blanc
2 in stock
121666
White
75cl
Very slightly damaged
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Burgundy

Leflaive et Associés Bourgogne 2021 Blanc

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
Esprit de Leflaive Beaune 1er cru Les Tuvilains 2019
2 in stock
123860
Red
75cl
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Burgundy | Beaune 1er cru

Esprit de Leflaive Beaune 1er cru Les Tuvilains 2019

€108.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€90.00 ex-VAT
Esprit de Leflaive Pommard 1er Cru Les Arvelets 2019
4 in stock
123862
Red
75cl
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Burgundy | Pommard 1er cru

Esprit de Leflaive Pommard 1er Cru Les Arvelets 2019

€156.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€130.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet 1996
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1 in stock
125097
White
75cl
-2cm
94+/100
90/100
96/100
19/20
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Burgundy | Chevalier Montrachet

Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet 1996

€2,280.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,900.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet 1996 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
125096
White
75cl
Very slightly damaged
-3,5cm
94+/100
90/100
96/100
19/20
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Burgundy | Chevalier Montrachet

Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet 1996 - PROMO -10% !

€2,052.00 inc-VAT per bottle €2,280.00 inc-VAT -10%
€1,710.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Bâtard Montrachet 1999
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1 in stock
125172
White
75cl
94/100
93/100
17/20
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Burgundy | Bâtard Montrachet

Domaine Leflaive Bâtard Montrachet 1999

€1,350.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,125.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Bienvenues Bâtard Montrachet 2007
New
1 in stock
128550
White
75cl
94/100
91-93/100
19/20
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Burgundy | Bienvenues Bâtard Montrachet

Domaine Leflaive Bienvenues Bâtard Montrachet 2007

€1,020.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€850.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet 2006
New
2 in stock
128551
White
75cl
89/100
15.5/20
16/20
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Burgundy | Puligny Montrachet

Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet 2006

€348.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€290.00 ex-VAT
Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet 2022
New
0 in stock
129259
White
75cl
Out of stock
Burgundy | Puligny Montrachet

Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet 2022

€228.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€190.00 ex-VAT
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Frequently Asked Questions

Domaine Leflaive is based in Puligny-Montrachet, at the heart of the Côte de Beaune in Burgundy. The Leflaive family's presence in Puligny dates back to 1717. It was nonetheless in 1920 that the estate truly came into its own, when Joseph Leflaive took charge of the family vineyard with an ambitious programme of replanting, expansion and development, before commercialising his wines under his own name. Since then, four generations of the family have succeeded one another in making this estate a world reference for white Burgundy.

Winemaking at Domaine Leflaive is rooted in a philosophy of non-intervention and precision at every stage. Selective hand harvesting is followed by gentle pressing and slow fermentation. To ensure that the aromatic richness of the must is not diminished, it is left unfiltered. During ageing, the Leflaive family exercises great patience in the use of oak, with the proportion of new barrels kept deliberately low as a matter of principle — only the Grands Crus spend a little more time in new wood. In practice, fermentation takes place 25% in cement eggs and 75% in oak barrels, of which 15% are new; after 12 months in barrels, the wine is then aged for 6 months in vat where it is prepared for bottling.

The history of Domaine Leflaive is marked by exceptional vintages that have forged its legend in the great years of the past, such as 1978, 1985, 1990 and 1996. On the recent vintages side, the finest years at Domaine Leflaive in Puligny-Montrachet are 2022, 2021, 2019, 2018 and 2017. The 2022 vintage is particularly noteworthy: it reflects the sunny character of the year with notes of ripe stone fruits and citrus, while offering depth and complexity, with saline, flint and fresh white flower touches, for a silky and approachable texture. In contrast, cooler years such as 2021 express more of the crystalline minerality and precision that are the stylistic signature of the estate. To build a well-balanced cellar, alternating between sunny vintages and cooler years allows one to enjoy the full expressive range of Domaine Leflaive.

Domaine Leflaive oversees 4.8 hectares of Grands Crus within the appellations Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, Chevalier-Montrachet and Montrachet. These cuvées, sourced from plots at the heart of the Côte de Beaune, represent the quintessence of Burgundian Chardonnay. Rare, sought-after and produced in limited quantities, they are aimed at enthusiasts in search of the most accomplished expressions of the Puligny-Montrachet terroir.

Ageing potential is one of the key characteristics that sets Domaine Leflaive apart from ordinary Burgundian producers. It varies, however, according to the appellation's ranking. The Mâconnais cuvées, such as Pouilly-Fuissé, display an ageing potential of 3 to 5 years and are best appreciated in their youth for their fruity freshness. The Premiers Crus of Puligny-Montrachet, more structured, reward greater patience. The Grands Crus such as Chevalier-Montrachet display an ageing potential of 10 to 15 years, and reveal their full complexity after several years of cellaring under optimal storage conditions.

Domaine Leflaive owns several Premier Cru vineyards: Puligny-Montrachet Les Pucelles (2.8 ha), Le Clavoillon (4.8 ha), Les Folatières (1.2 ha) and Les Combettes (0.73 ha), as well as Meursault Sous le Dos d'Âne. Among them, the Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Les Pucelles notably took part in the famous Judgment of Paris, ranking among the ten French and Californian wines evaluated during that historic tasting. Each Premier Cru expresses its own identity, combining aromatic richness with Burgundian elegance.

History of Domaine Leflaive

Founded in 1717 by Claude Leflaive, the Domaine Leflaive truly came into its own at the beginning of the 20th century under the impetus of Joseph Leflaive (1870–1953). A graduate of the École Polytechnique who participated in the construction of the first French submarine, he chose to devote his life to viticulture following the phylloxera crisis. From 1920, he embarked on an ambitious programme of replanting and plot acquisition, laying the foundations for an estate that would become a global reference. Under the direction of his sons, Vincent and Jo, then of Anne-Claude Leflaive, the estate rose to the pinnacle thanks to its pioneering commitment to biodynamics from 1996. Since 2015, Brice de La Morandière, great-grandson of Joseph, has perpetuated this heritage with a pursuit of excellence and respect for Burgundian traditions. Every bottle from Domaine Leflaive is the fruit of a centuries-old history, blending ancestral expertise with a modern vision.

Terroirs and Vines of Domaine Leflaive

Domaine Leflaive cultivates 24 hectares in Puligny-Montrachet, including 4.8 hectares of Grands Crus and 10.8 hectares of Premiers Crus, all dedicated to chardonnay, the emblematic grape variety of Burgundy. The clay-limestone soils, rich in limestone and traces of mineral elements such as iron, magnesium and boron, confer a unique signature to the wines, marked by a vibrant minerality and natural elegance. The Grands Crus, such as Montrachet and Chevalier-Montrachet, benefit from historic plots with ideal mid-slope exposures, with draining slopes that promote limited yields and exceptional concentration. The Premiers Crus, such as Les Pucelles and Le Clavoillon, express the diversity of the mid-slope terroirs, where the finely clay-limestone soils produce refined and complex wines. Biodynamics, practised rigorously for more than 25 years, strengthens the vitality of the soils, notably through techniques such as horse ploughing on the Grands Crus to avoid compaction and promote biodiversity.

Vinification at Domaine Leflaive

The vinification at Domaine Leflaive is guided by a philosophy of absolute respect for the fruit and the terroir, where every step is orchestrated to preserve the integrity and natural expression of the grapes. The harvests, exclusively manual with rigorous sorting, are followed by gentle pneumatic pressing and a 24-hour settling, then cold débourbage to eliminate impurities without altering the material. The fermentations, carried out with indigenous yeasts for maximum authenticity, take place in oak barrels (25% new for the Grands Crus, 100% for the Montrachet) over 12 months, followed by 6 months in stainless steel vats for natural stabilisation on fine lees. This lengthy and meticulous process, without excessive intervention or artifice, allows the wines to develop unparalleled aromatic complexity and elegance, with moderate use of sulphur to protect the musts. The modern facilities, such as the egg-shaped cellar built in 2012 with a wood and straw structure for natural insulation and carbon neutrality, offer an optimal environment for ageing, promoting gentle and harmonious maturation. 

The Cuvées of Domaine Leflaive

Domaine Leflaive offers a range of exceptional cuvées, reflecting the diversity and richness of Burgundian terroirs.

Grand Cru Montrachet: Produced from a plot of 8.21 ares in Chassagne-Montrachet (planted in 1960), this exceptional wine (only 300 bottles per year) is vinified in new Allier oak barrels, followed by 6 months in one-wine barrels. Its aromas of honey, ripe fruit and opulent texture make it a prized choice for collectors.

Grand Cru Chevalier-Montrachet: Sourced from 1.83 hectares across three plots (planted between 1955 and 1980), this chardonnay offers a vibrant minerality and remarkable finesse. Vinified in 25% new oak barrels (Vosges and Allier), it is ideal for purchasing a wine for long ageing.

Grand Cru Bâtard-Montrachet: Sourced from 1.91 hectares spread across four plots (1962–1989), this wine combines richness and freshness, with notes of white fruits and a powerful structure. It is vinified in 25% new oak barrels, perfect for lovers of great Burgundian whites.

Grand Cru Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet: Sourced from a 1.15-hectare plot (1958–1959), this wine captivates with its delicacy and floral aromas. Its ageing in 25% new oak barrels confers a distinctive elegance, ideal for connoisseurs.

Premier Cru Meursault Sous le Dos d'Âne: Located on the border of Puligny-Montrachet, this wine sourced from clay-limestone soils expresses notes of ripe fruit and a silky texture, with 18 months of ageing. A refined option for discovering neighbouring terroirs.

Premier Cru Puligny-Montrachet Les Combettes: Produced from 0.73 hectares, this wine reveals floral aromas and a fine minerality, typical of mid-slope terroirs. Its ageing in oak barrels enhances its natural elegance.

Premier Cru Puligny-Montrachet Le Clavoillon: Sourced from 4.8 hectares, this emblematic Premier Cru offers a generosity balanced by mineral freshness. Vinified with care, it embodies the Leflaive style in all its splendour.

Premier Cru Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatières: Sourced from 1.2 hectares of calcareous soils, this wine exudes floral notes and a silky texture, with a vibrant finish. A perfect choice for purchasing a wine of character.

Premier Cru Puligny-Montrachet Les Pucelles: Sourced from 2.8 hectares, this wine stands out for its finesse and minerality, with aromas of white flowers and an elegant structure. An essential choice for lovers of great white wines.

Puligny-Montrachet Village: An assemblage of seven plots on the lower slopes, this cuvée expresses the typical character of the appellation with freshness and accessibility. 

Bourgogne Blanc: Produced over 2 hectares in Puligny-Montrachet, this regional wine offers an ideal introduction to the Leflaive style, with floral notes and remarkable vivacity. 

Domaine Leflaive is an institution that embodies the soul of Burgundy. With its exceptional cuvées, sourced from unique terroirs and farmed biodynamically, the estate offers an unforgettable tasting experience for lovers of great chardonnays. Explore our selection on Vins & Millésimes and let yourself be captivated by the heritage of an estate that, for more than three centuries, has shaped the history of wine!

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