Puligny-Montrachet

Puligny-Montrachet – Absolutely world-class white Burgundy

Puligny-Montrachet is one of the most prestigious appellations in Burgundy and known for some of the world's most refined, mineral and age-worthy Chardonnay wines . Here you get white wine with nerve, precision and elegance - created on chalky slopes in the heart of the Côte de Beaune. At dhwines.dk you will find carefully selected wines from Puligny-Montrachet - both Village, Premier Cru and Grand Cru - for collectors, connoisseurs and life enthusiasts.

The style – strict, mineral and elegant

Puligny-Montrachet offers a crystal clear style with notes of:

• Citrus, green apples and white flowers
• Lime, flint, hazelnut and discreet barrel character
• Elegant structure with crisp acidity and a long, salty finish

It is wine for both the intellect and the senses – often with 10–20 years of aging potential .

Terroir and classification

The vineyards of Puligny-Montrachet are located on limestone and marl-rich soil , ideal for Chardonnay. The appellation includes:

• Village: Elegant and mineral – often better than many Premier Crus from neighboring towns
• Premier Cru: 17 fields, including Les Folatières, Les Perrières and Champ Gain – more complexity and aging
• Grand Cru: Montrachet, Chevalier-Montrachet and Bâtard-Montrachet – some of the world's most sought-after white wines

Food for Puligny-Montrachet

The wine's structure and elegance make it fantastic with food. Try it with:

• Grilled lobster or spiny lobster with herb butter
• Seafood with citrus and beurre blanc
• Poached chicken with mushrooms and cream sauce
• Hard cheeses like Comté and Gruyère

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault?

Meursault is often fuller and nuttier, while Puligny-Montrachet has more precision, lime and cool elegance . Both are made from Chardonnay and are great white wines – but with different personalities.

How should the wine be served?

Serve at 10–12 °C in large Burgundy glasses. Most wines benefit from short decanting , especially Premier and Grand Cru.

Can Puligny-Montrachet be stored?

Absolutely. The best bottles develop complexity, honey, wax and toast over 10–20 years – but are also breathtakingly young.

Buy Puligny-Montrachet online at dhwines.dk

At dhwines.dk we offer a curated selection from top producers in Puligny-Montrachet – from classic names to small, artisanal domaines. All wines are chosen for their finesse, balance and terroir expression . We ship with fast delivery from a Danish warehouse – and always with secure packaging and personal service.

Summary

• 100% Chardonnay from Côte de Beaune
• Mineral, elegant and age-worthy
• World-class Premier and Grand Cru wines
• Perfect for gastronomy and gathering
• Buy Puligny-Montrachet online at dhwines.dk

Discover why Puligny-Montrachet is considered the epicenter of great white Burgundy – when lime, Chardonnay and the human hand merge into something unforgettable.