Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Le Cailleret" 2018 - Domaine Buisson-Charles
Puligny-Montrachet, Le Cailleret, Premier Cru, Vintage 2018, Buisson-Charles
Tasting notes for the Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Le Cailleret" 2018 - Buisson-Charles
- EYE: The magnificent robe of Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Le Cailleret" 2018 from Buisson-Charles invites us to discover its subtly golden hues with green highlights, suggesting a rich and elegant sensory experience.
- NOSE: The captivating aromas of this premier cru interlace harmoniously, revealing delicate floral notes, hints of candied lemon, and subtle mineral nuances. A complex olfactory bouquet that unveils the unique imprint of the "Le Cailleret" terroir it hails from, awakening the senses.
- MOUTH: The tasting unveils an incredible experience where generosity and structure intertwine. The vibrant flavors of citrus blend with the sweetness of stone fruits, while notes of roasted hazelnuts and a subtle touch of vanilla add remarkable depth. The perfect balance between the wine's lively acidity and its creamy texture culminates in a persistent finish.
In short: This Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Le Cailleret" 2018 from the renowned Buisson-Charles estate is the apex of excellence in Burgundian white wines. Its balance between freshness and complexity makes it a treasure to be experienced either now or allowed to evolve in the cellar over the next 6 to 10 years, revealing its multiple facets. A wine that pairs divinely with dishes such as almond-crusted sole meunière, creamy seafood risotto, or roasted sea bass fillets with fennel.
Other appellations from this estate: Bourgogne Blanc Côte d'Or Hautes Coutures, Bourgogne Aligoté Hors Classe, Bourgogne Aligoté Sous le Chemin, Meursault Vieilles Vignes, Meursault Tessons, Meursault La Vigne de 1945, Meursault Premier Cru Goutte d'Or, Meursault Premier Cru Bouches-Chères, Meursault Premier Cru Les Charmes, Meursault Premier Cru Les Cras, Meursault Premier Cru Blagny La pièce sous le bois, Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru Le Cailleret, Puligny-Montrachet Les Combettes, Puligny-Montrachet Les Champs Gains, Chassagne-Montrachet Premiers Crus, Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir, Chablis Premier Cru Lys, Pouilly-Fuissé Terroir de Vergisson, Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, Corton Blanc Grand Cru, Bourgogne Rouge Côte d'Or Hautes Coutures, Volnay Premier Cru En Santenots, Volnay Premier Cru En Champans, Volnay Premier Cru Fremiets, Corton Clos du Roi, Corton Bressandes, Corton Perrieres, Pommard En Mareau, Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru, Chambertin...
Data sheet
- Vintage
- 2018
- Format
- 75 cl
- Color
- White Wine
- Grape Variety
- Chardonnay
- Appellation
- Puligny-Montrachet
- Region
- Bourgogne, Côte de Beaune
- Producer
- Domaine Buisson-Charles
- Classification
- 1er Cru
- Climat
- Le Cailleret
A big little estate in Meursault
The Domaine Buisson-Charles, created in Burgundy by Michel Buisson and his wife during the 1960s, is nowadays managed by another couple: the winemaker Catherine Buisson, Michel's daughter, and her husband Patrick Essa (an engineer and trained oenologist). A family tradition which is not stopping anytime soon, since their son, Louis Essa, took the helm in 2020.
It's near the village of Meursault (on the Côte de Beaune) that you'll find the estate's vineyard. 6,3 hectares in total, just enough to make sure the terroir stays human-scaled. The Domaine Buisson-Charles produces 26 different cuvées, like the Volnay or the Chassagne-Montrachet for example. Yields are intentionally low, especially since the grapevines are quite old (90 years, for some of them).
What the estate really wants is for its wines (reds and whites alike) to stand the test of time. That's why the Buisson-Charles family has decided to not only use a horse for plowing, but also to reject any sort of chemical herbicide (they are currently going through the process of the French "Bio" certification). An honest and respectful approach to nature and the terroir.
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