Wines Puligny-Montrachet Domaine Martenot Mallard - Les Petits Grands Champs - 2015

From the renowned Domaine Martenot Mallard, this 2015 Puligny-Montrachet "Les Petits Grands Champs" is a superb expression of Chardonnay from one of Burgundy’s most prestigious white wine appellations. Sourced from a particularly well-situated lieu-dit, this cuvée illustrates the finesse and elegance for which Puligny-Montrachet is celebrated. The 2015 vintage in Burgundy offered favourable weather, resulting in well-ripened grapes, lending the wine both aromatic richness and an exceptional balance. Traditional vinification methods—often including a careful use of oak, both for fermentation and maturation—allow the complexity and minerality of the terroir to shine, enhancing the grape’s natural aromas of orchard fruits, citrus, white flowers, and subtle toasted notes.

Puligny-Montrachet lies within the Côte de Beaune, an area revered historically for producing some of the world’s greatest white wines. The region’s signature lies in its limestone- and marl-rich soils, which impart a marked minerality and tension to the wines, while the relatively cool, temperate climate ensures freshness and precision. The heritage of winemaking in Puligny-Montrachet extends back centuries, with meticulous attention given to vineyard practices and the relationship between grape variety and site.

This wine shines best alongside refined dishes able to echo its complexity and poise. Classic pairings from Burgundy include pan-seared scallops, poulet de Bresse à la crème, or crayfish gratin. It also pairs beautifully with lightly grilled sole, lobster, or a mushroom fricassée, as well as subtly flavoured cow’s cheeses such as Comté or Brillat-Savarin.

For an optimal tasting experience, serve this Puligny-Montrachet at 11-13°C. Decanting for twenty minutes will allow it to express its full aromatic potential and finesse on the palate. Ideally, use glasses designed for fine Chardonnay to make the most of its bouquet and elegant structure. With a few more years of cellaring potential, this bottle promises a rewarding experience now and for seasons to come.