Alain Chavy Puligny-Montrachet 1er Clavoillons 2023 Type_Grappa and saline lift

and saline lift

Winemaking: After spending its first year in large foudres

Two decades of consistent work in this premier cru have established Alain as one of the more reliable producers in the appellation

then 24 months of élevage in French oak barrels with less than 15% new wood

Hops: 100% Czech grown Saaz

Alain Chavy Puligny-Montrachet 1er Clavoillons 2023 Type_Grappa and saline liftThe Land Les Clavoillons sits in the center of Puligny Montrachet's premier cru belt, bordered by Les Pucelles to the north, Les Perrires to the south, and Les Folatires above. Only three domaines own parcels here; Alain Chavy's vines were planted in 1953, giving them roughly 70 years of age. The soils are limestone dominant with clay subsoil, classic Puligny structure, and the position on the slope delivers the fine balance of richness and tension