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Producer: Domaine Paul Pernot et ses Fils is one of the established names in Puligny-Montrachet, with a history dating to 1959, when Paul Pernot founded the estate. Over the decades, the family assembled an impressive collection of vineyards throughout the village, including holdings in several of Puligny's celebrated Premier and Grand Cru sites. Today, the domaine remains family-run, with a reputation built around Chardonnay that emphasizes purity of fruit, mineral precision, and a measured approach to oak. Les Folatières is one of the estate's flagship wines, reflecting both the quality of this Premier Cru vineyard and the family's extensive experience working its different parcels. With one of the largest holdings in Les Folatières, Pernot is particularly well positioned to express the vineyard's character.
Vineyard: Les Folatières is one of Puligny-Montrachet's most highly regarded Premier Cru vineyards, situated on the slopes above the village in the Côte de Beaune. The vineyard is known for its limestone-rich soils, which contribute to the freshness, mineral character, and structure of its Chardonnay. Paul Pernot owns approximately 3.5 hectares spread across three sections of the vineyard, including Peux Bois, Clos de Folatières, and the hillside parcels of Folatières proper. These different positions provide variations in exposure, soil depth, and drainage, bringing additional complexity to the finished wine. The estate's substantial holdings allow it to blend fruit from several parts of this celebrated site, combining the generosity associated with Les Folatières with the precision and tension that characterize the finest white wines of Puligny-Montrachet.
Winemaking: Paul Pernot follows a traditional, restrained approach to white Burgundy, allowing the quality of the vineyard to remain the focus. The Chardonnay is fermented and matured in French oak barrels, with only a modest proportion of new oak used to preserve the purity of the fruit. The domaine employs measured lees stirring, along with light fining and filtration before bottling. These practices help develop texture and depth while maintaining the wine's freshness and mineral definition. The 2024 Les Folatières displays particularly clear mineral character, with a broad, layered palate and a precise, persistent finish. Aromas of pear, stone fruit, citrus, and delicate floral notes lead into a wine with impressive concentration and balance. Its combination of richness, freshness, and underlying structure gives it the ability to develop beautifully with time in the cellar.
Technical Details: Produced from 100% Chardonnay grown in the Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru vineyard of Les Folatières, this is a dry white Burgundy from the 2024 vintage. The wine is classified as Premier Cru and comes from one of the largest individual domaine holdings within the vineyard. Its combination of mineral intensity, concentrated fruit, and firm acidity provides the structure for extended aging. While approachable with sufficient aeration, the 2024 has the depth and balance to reward several years of cellaring.
Food Pairing: Les Folatières has the richness and structure to accompany more substantial dishes while retaining the freshness needed for delicate preparations. It pairs beautifully with lobster, scallops, turbot, and Dover sole, particularly when served with butter-based sauces. Roast chicken with herbs, veal in a light cream sauce, and mushroom risotto are equally appealing choices. The wine's mineral character also complements shellfish, while its layered texture makes it an excellent partner for aged Comté and other firm, nutty cheeses. For a classic pairing, serve it alongside roasted turbot with beurre blanc, allowing the wine's freshness and depth to complement the richness of the dish.
Paul Pernot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Folatieres" 2024
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