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Domaine Jean-Louis Chavy Puligny-Montrachet Les Charmes 2024 is a single-vineyard Chardonnay from a historic family estate situated in the heart of Puligny-Montrachet. Founded in 1820, the domaine has worked the village’s celebrated terroirs for six generations and today encompasses approximately seven hectares of vineyards. Les Charmes is a named village-level lieu-dit rather than a Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru, an important distinction despite the vineyard’s privileged position. The parcel lies on the northern edge of Puligny-Montrachet, close to the boundary with Meursault and immediately beside the renowned Meursault Premier Cru Charmes vineyard. This location contributes a broader and more generous expression than the domaine’s standard village blend while retaining the mineral clarity associated with Puligny-Montrachet. The vines have an average age of approximately 46 years, providing naturally concentrated Chardonnay fruit with depth and textural presence.
The wine is matured for eleven months in barrel before spending an additional seven months in stainless-steel tanks. Approximately 20% new oak is used, contributing measured spice and texture without overwhelming the vineyard’s fruit and mineral character. The producer describes Les Charmes as possessing a strong aromatic and palate presence, with ripe fruit accompanied by mineral, buttery and rounded nuances. Its proximity to Meursault gives the wine a supple, generous dimension, while Puligny freshness maintains definition and balance. The extended period in stainless steel helps restore tension and clarity following barrel maturation. Although appealing relatively young, the domaine indicates an ageing potential of approximately six to seven years. It may be served as an aperitif or paired with white fish, shellfish, poultry, white meats and dishes finished with light cream or butter-based sauces.
Domaine Jean-Louis Chavy Puligny-Montrachet Les Charmes 2024 is a single-vineyard Chardonnay from a historic family estate situated in the heart of Puligny-Montrachet. Founded in 1820, the domaine has worked the village’s celebrated terroirs for six generations and today encompasses approximately seven hectares of vineyards. Les Charmes is a named village-level lieu-dit rather than a Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru, an important distinction despite the vineyard’s privileged position. The parcel lies on the northern edge of Puligny-Montrachet, close to the boundary with Meursault and immediately beside the renowned Meursault Premier Cru Charmes vineyard. This location contributes a broader and more generous expression than the domaine’s standard village blend while retaining the mineral clarity associated with Puligny-Montrachet. The vines have an average age of approximately 46 years, providing naturally concentrated Chardonnay fruit with depth and textural presence.
The wine is matured for eleven months in barrel before spending an additional seven months in stainless-steel tanks. Approximately 20% new oak is used, contributing measured spice and texture without overwhelming the vineyard’s fruit and mineral character. The producer describes Les Charmes as possessing a strong aromatic and palate presence, with ripe fruit accompanied by mineral, buttery and rounded nuances. Its proximity to Meursault gives the wine a supple, generous dimension, while Puligny freshness maintains definition and balance. The extended period in stainless steel helps restore tension and clarity following barrel maturation. Although appealing relatively young, the domaine indicates an ageing potential of approximately six to seven years. It may be served as an aperitif or paired with white fish, shellfish, poultry, white meats and dishes finished with light cream or butter-based sauces.
“This showed cinnamon notes, from a new barrel with a different toast, with which they are experimenting. There is more creaminess to the Charmes than the main village cuveé, with a plumper, rather Meursault, feel. 2027–32.”
The Chavy family has been rooted in Puligny-Montrachet for over 200 years, but it was not until 1986 that Gérard Chavy began to estate-bottle his wines, previously selling them to négociants. Following Gérard's retirement around 2005, the estate was divided into two separate entities managed by his sons, Jean-Louis and Alain Chavy.
Jean-Louis Chavy has since developed a state-of-the-art winemaking facility, complete with a temperature-controlled cellar situated at the base of the village. This allows him to work comfortably while ensuring the wines are stored in optimal conditions. His son, Paul Chavy, has been part of the estate since before the pandemic and has embarked on creating his own range of wines, sourcing fruit from regions including Saint-Aubin and as far as Gevrey-Chambertin. The Chavy family continues to uphold a legacy of quality and tradition in their winemaking, offering a tantalising glimpse into the heart of Burgundy.
For father and son terroir expression is paramount, with wines crafted in a consistent manner allowing the unique soil and exposure to shine through. Jean-Louis and Paul Chavy’s wines are effortless and unforced, showcasing exceptional fruit purity and a clear expression of terroir in each 1er cru. With his son Paul now working full-time at the estate after completing his winemaking studies, the added support in both the vineyard and cellar translates to even greater precision and clarity in every bottle. These wines embody a classic style, aging and developing gracefully over time. Quantities are always limited, and they sell out quickly upon release. So best to grab them while you can.
Vinification is classic with whole bunch pressing and 24 hours of settling with temperature control and only natural yeasts used for fermentation. Jean-Louis has not used any battonage on any cuvees for some years now. The average age of vines at this estate is impressive with most vineyards now aged between 30 to 50 years old though some in Folatieres and Clavoillons amongst the oldest planted in 1952.
For the elevage of the wines the use of new oak is restrained with the village Puligny seeing only 15% new oak and the 1er cru’s just 25%. Recent years have seen a move towards 350 litre barrels for ageing to have less oak influence. Unfortunately there are no Grand cru vineyards among his holdings, however his 1er cru’s are located very close to some of the best vineyards in the heart of Puligny.
Ripe orchard fruit, white flowers, gentle spice and subtle buttery oak.
Yellow fruit, supple texture, stony freshness and a rounded, creamy mid-palate.
Ripe fruit, saline minerality, discreet oak spice and lingering freshness.