Wines Puligny-Montrachet Domaine Génot-Boulanger - Les Folatières - 2019

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The Domaine Génot-Boulanger Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru “Les Folatières” 2019 is a truly remarkable white Burgundy expressing the very essence of its privileged terroir. Crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, this Premier Cru originates from the renowned Les Folatières climat, situated in the heart of Puligny-Montrachet. The 2019 vintage was marked by a warm, sunny growing season, lending the wine a harmonious balance between ripeness and tension. The vinification at Domaine Génot-Boulanger pays homage to traditional Burgundian methods: gentle pneumatic pressing of the grapes, fermentation and ageing in oak barrels (a proportion of which are new), with careful bâtonnage to enhance texture and complexity. The resulting wine has a luminous golden hue and a bouquet of white flowers, ripe citrus, and subtle hints of hazelnut and flinty minerality, while the palate is both generous and refined, underscored by vibrant acidity and a long, saline finish.

Puligny-Montrachet, nestled in the Côte de Beaune sub-region, stands as one of Burgundy’s most celebrated sources of Chardonnay. The region’s unique combination of limestone-rich soils, well-drained slopes, and a temperate continental climate creates optimal conditions for crafting structured, age-worthy white wines. The Premier Cru sites, such as Les Folatières, benefit from an ideal aspect and elevation, capturing sunlight and retaining freshness. Historically, Puligny-Montrachet's wines have graced the tables of royalty and gourmets alike, and the village continues to be a reference point for elegant yet powerful expressions of Chardonnay.

This wine’s finesse and depth make it a superb companion for refined gastronomy. For a classic pairing, consider delicately poached lobster with a beurre blanc, or pan-seared scallops accompanied by a light citrus sauce. Poultry in a creamy morel mushroom sauce or a veal blanquette would also highlight the wine’s breadth. Regional matches such as escargots à la bourguignonne or a traditional Comté cheese allow the minerality and complexity of the wine to shine.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this Puligny-Montrachet at 11-13°C, ideally after decanting for around thirty minutes to allow full expression of its aromas and layered palate. This wine will evolve beautifully in bottle and promises further complexity if cellared with care.