{"product_id":"olivier-leflaive-montrachet-gran-cru-2022","title":"Olivier Leflaive Montrachet Gran Cru 2022 750mL","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlivier Leflaive Montrachet Grand Cru 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite Burgundy | 13% ABV | 750mL | Montrachet Grand Cru, Côte de Beaune, France | 100% Chardonnay | 2022 Vintage | Oak Barrel Fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlivier Leflaive Montrachet Grand Cru 2022 is a concentrated Chardonnay from one of Burgundy’s renowned Grand Cru vineyards. Montrachet spans the villages of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet, with Olivier Leflaive sourcing its grapes from the Puligny side. Well-draining limestone and clay soils provide the setting for a wine defined by intensity, mineral character, and length.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes are harvested entirely by hand. Following pressing and settling, alcoholic and malolactic fermentations take place in oak barrels, with maturation incorporating both barrel and stainless steel stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe producer emphasizes concentration balanced by finesse and patience: this is a white Burgundy intended to reveal more of its complexity with time. Its substantial palate and persistent finish make it a distinctive bottle for a cellar or a carefully planned dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White flowers, apple, ripe pear, and subtle spice with mineral accents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Concentrated and smooth, with orchard-fruit character, pronounced acidity, and saline minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long and precise, carrying freshness and mineral depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from 100% Chardonnay from the Montrachet Grand Cru appellation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes sourced from the Puligny-Montrachet side of the vineyard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntirely hand-harvested fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcoholic and malolactic fermentations conducted in oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe producer describes production as no more than 800 bottles per vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombines concentration and structure with finesse and a persistent finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe at approximately 54–57°F in a spacious white wine glass. Allow time for the wine to open, revisiting its aromas and texture throughout the meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe producer recommends creamy sweetbreads or Bresse poultry with morels or white truffles. Roast chicken with a mushroom cream sauce offers a more accessible pairing with similar richness and savory depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat grape is used in Olivier Leflaive Montrachet Grand Cru 2022?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is made from 100% Chardonnay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere does Olivier Leflaive Montrachet Grand Cru 2022 come from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt comes from Montrachet Grand Cru in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, with grapes sourced from the Puligny-Montrachet side of the vineyard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Olivier Leflaive Montrachet Grand Cru 2022 fermented in oak?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Both alcoholic and malolactic fermentations take place in oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Olivier Leflaive Montrachet Grand Cru 2022 be cellared?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The producer recommends a drinking window of 2026–2035, assuming suitable cellar storage. Its concentration and structure make patience worthwhile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere can I buy Olivier Leflaive Montrachet Grand Cru 2022?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can purchase Olivier Leflaive Montrachet Grand Cru 2022 750mL directly from The Barrel Tap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Leflaive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51154823872737,"sku":"089744771650","price":2999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/OlivierLeflaiveMontrachetGranCru2022750mL.webp?v=1792991429","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/olivier-leflaive-montrachet-gran-cru-2022","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}