Wines Unspecified Olivier Leflaive - Vignes sur le Cloux - 2023

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Olivier Leflaive’s Cuvée Vignes sur le Cloux 2023 is a white Burgundy, most likely crafted from Chardonnay, the signature grape of the region. This Premier Cru wine reflects both meticulous vineyard work and careful cellar vinification, typical of Olivier Leflaive’s philosophy. The 2023 vintage in Burgundy benefitted from a well-balanced growing season, offering both early warmth and a balanced harvest. Expect a wine that elegantly showcases its Premier Cru stature, with purity and finesse. In the glass, this wine typically offers lifted aromas of white flowers, citrus peel, orchard fruits such as pear and apple, subtle mineral notes, and a gentle touch of well-integrated oak. Texturally, Vignes sur le Cloux is likely to have a creamy yet vibrant palate, with a fine line of acidity and a lingering finish.

The Bourgogne (Burgundy) region stands among the world’s most prestigious terroirs for cool-climate varieties, especially Chardonnay. With its patchwork of limestone and clay soils, Burgundy allows for remarkable mineral-driven expressions in its white wines. The region’s continental climate, marked by cold winters and warm summers, enables gradual grape ripening, preserving aromatic complexity and lively acidity. Burgundy has a storied wine history dating back to Roman times, with a quality hierarchy carefully structured around vineyard sites—Premier Cru denoting some of the finest.

This wine’s refinement makes it a superb partner for a variety of dishes, especially those that highlight its freshness and minerality. Classic pairings include seafood such as pan-seared scallops or sole meunière, white meats like chicken in a creamy mushroom sauce, or local Burgundian specialities such as jambon persillé. Goat cheeses or a gently aged Comté also work beautifully to bring out its nuances.

To fully appreciate the aromatic complexity and balance of Olivier Leflaive’s Cuvée Vignes sur le Cloux 2023, serve it lightly chilled, ideally at 10–12°C. Open the bottle 15–30 minutes before tasting to allow the flavours to unfurl, and enjoy in generously sized white wine glasses to best capture its bouquet.