Puligny-Montrachet “Au Paupillot” AOC 2022

Wine Description for Puligny-Montrachet “Au Paupillot” AOC 2022 by Clos du Moulin aux Moines

Character

A white Burgundy of aristocratic stature, carrying all the seriousness and dignity of its origin. In the 2022 vintage, this Chardonnay shows remarkable balance: it combines a fine, chalky texture with a lively, almost vibrant freshness. On the palate, it presents itself focused, with a subtle, salty trace and a cool elegance that eschews any superficial opulence. A quiet, aristocratic wine that convinces through its inner tension and calm power.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from the renowned Puligny-Montrachet appellation on the Côte de Beaune. The historic estate Clos du Moulin aux Moines, whose roots date back to 962 and the monks of Cluny, manages its vineyards strictly biodynamically under the direction of Willy Roulendes. The vines grow on the limestone-rich soils of Puligny, which are esteemed worldwide for some of the finest white wines on earth. This origin shapes the wine with an unmistakable, stony coolness and a fine structure.

Grape Variety & Vinification

This single-varietal Chardonnay is vinified according to the strict, traditional principles of the house. The grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed. Maturation takes place classically in oak barrels in the centuries-old cellars of the Domaine. To avoid masking the fine floral nuances and the pure fruit of the grape variety, Willy Roulendes largely avoids the use of new oak. The result is an unadulterated, craft-produced wine that reflects the typicity of the grape variety and the terroir without distortion.

Food Pairings

This delicate Puligny-Montrachet calls for an equally elegant cuisine. It is an outstanding partner for noble seafood such as scallops in butter sauces, fine fillet of sole, or gently cooked turbot. It also shows its class alongside white meat such as Bresse chicken in a cream sauce or a matured, creamy soft cheese.