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Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru “Les Champs Gains” 2020

Name: Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Champs Gains" 2020
SKU: FRBUVGIWIWH475022
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SKU: FRBUVGIWIWH475022 Category: Wine Tag: Collectables

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Vincent Girardin Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Champs Gains" 2020 Blanc is a dry white wine, crafted from Chardonnay grapes grown in the prestigious Puligny-Montrachet appellation of Burgundy, France. This Premier Cru vineyard, "Les Champs Gains," is known for its high elevation and mineral-rich soils, which contribute to the wine’s elegance and tension. Vincent Girardin is renowned for his minimal-intervention philosophy, producing refined, terroir-driven expressions of Burgundy's iconic Chardonnay.

Producer

Vincent Girardin's name is associated with excellence in the world of Burgundy wines, and with its firm commitment to quality and innovation, without losing respect for tradition, it has left an indelible mark on the wine industry. The eponymous winery Girardin, whose origins date back to 1980, has gained a reputation for producing excellent wine, expressively reflecting the character of the Burgundy area. One of the most compelling aspects of Vincent Girardin's approach is his meticulous vineyard management. He carefully supervises all winemaking processes, from the moment of planting the vines to the bottling of the wine. Vincent Girardin's portfolio includes a wide variety of wines from the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits regions, known for their Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grape varieties. His ability to recognize the distinctive characteristics of these grape varieties has resulted in a collection of wines that stand out for their elegance, sophistication and complexity. Whether it's the juicy, fruity tones of red wines or the dynamic nuances of white wines, each bottle captures the essence of Burgundy. In a world where winemaking often oversteps its boundaries, Vincent Girardin shines as a true Burgundy luminary, a guardian of the region's winemaking heritage and a modern maestro whose wines entice even the most ardent enthusiasts to discover the soul of Burgundy, sip by sip

Tasting notes

This Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru reveals aromas of white flowers, citrus zest, and crushed stones, with subtle hints of toasted almonds and vanilla from well-integrated oak aging. On the palate, it is precise and vibrant, showing layered flavors of lemon curd, green apple, and saline minerality, all balanced by fresh acidity and a long, graceful finish. The wine is admired for its finesse, purity, and exceptional depth.

Pairing

Vincent Girardin “Les Champs Gains” pairs beautifully with seared scallops, lobster in butter sauce, or delicate white fish dishes. It also complements creamy poultry recipes and aged cheeses like Comté, highlighting the wine’s texture and elegance.

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Puligny-Montrachet

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Puligny-Montrachet is a village in the central part of Côte-de-Beaune Burgundy. The village was originally called simply Puligny, and in 1879 a portion of Montrachet was added to honor his iconic Grand Cru vineyard, Le Montrachet. Undoubtedly, the success of the Chardonnay grapes here is the result of several factors. The geographical location and the hilly nature of the vineyards, the composition of the soil and the microclimate - all this allows producers to grow high-quality grapes from which great wines are made. Many generations of winemakers have carefully studied the area, developing a detailed topographic map of the area and highlighting the places that are best suited for quality viticulture. In recent years, with the help of modern technology, extensive analysis has been carried out to continue this work and verify the exact relationship between soil and wine quality. Although difficult to determine, the positive impact of the limestone soils and the special climate of Pulinyi is undeniable. In 1984, INAO (the government body in charge of the French appeals system) formally delineated and classified the land around the village into 17 Pulliny-Montrachet vineyard plots of 1er Cru level. Wines from such sites can be labeled with their own vineyard name. However, the local wines became famous long before the official recognition of local vineyards.

Burgundy

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Burgundy (Bourgogne) can be confusing because of the multiplicity of its appellations - all the small vineyards are divided between multiple producers so it can often be difficult to understand this diversity. However, it is the exact reason why the wines of Burgundy are considered to be the finest in the world. A common topic of discussion, when talking about Burgundy, is the concept of "terroir" - a unique combination of soil and climate conditions that affects the taste of wine in the appellations, making it unique to each village. Winemakers mainly use the capricious Pinot Noir and the classical Chardonnay to create true masterpieces, while Gamay and Aligote are used to make wines of a bit simpler style. Particular attention should be paid to the hierarchy of wines. First there are the regional and village wines, a step higher - the Premier Cru wines and the outstanding Grand Cru - at the top. Due the complex and inconsistent weather that can notably impact wine quality especially in bad harvest years, a very important factor here is the so called millesime - the harvest year of the grapes the particular wine is produced of, because each of these years has its own unique taste. Purchasing Burgundy wines is not easy because there are many details that should be taken into consideration - the class of the vineyard, the assessment of the manufacturer, the age of the vines, the quality of the wine as well as the millesime and, of course, the potential of ageing. The sellers play a big role here - they must be truly passionate about wine and able to offer only the best quality producers with a good reputation. That is exactly the way "Noble Wine" works!

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