2020 Olivier Leflaive Auxey-Duresses

Olivier Leflaive was co-manager of Domaine Leflaive until 1994 before withdrawing to concentrate on his own venture which he started in 1985. Today the domaine produces wine from some 65 appellations with 85% of the production being white wine. One of Burgundy’s most respected producers the estate produces a number of domaine wines from its own vineyards alongside its range of negocé bottlings. The wines are made by Franck Grux and the theme in their wines is elegance and finesse rather than power with restrained use of oak and great purity of fruit.
Brilliant pale straw colour with a subtle greenish tint around the edges and a watery hue. Delightful white peach and dried honey aromas are intertwined with citrus, subtle roasted almond, nougat and gun flint notes. Elegant and fresh yet nicely fleshed across the mid weighted palate, white peach, citrus and dried honey flavours are featured over subtle nougat and infusions of gun flint. Energetic acidity with a brisk, refined feel to what is otherwise a gently creamed and long finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 13%