Product Description:
A Puligny 1er Cru of rare lineage and altitude, built for the long haul.
Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey’s 2022 Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru ‘La Garenne’ is drawn from a tiny 0.14-hectare parcel gifted from his aunt—vines more than 80 years old, perched high on the slope. It’s been part of the lineup since 2013, and while lesser known than marquee Puligny sites, ‘La Garenne’ stands out here for its tight focus, intensity, and sheer longevity.
Always the last to be harvested—picked alongside the Hautes Côtes—this wine leans into austerity and structure early on, with golden apple, citrus oil, and a cool, linear drive. It’s a marked stylistic shift from the rounder Chassagnes, offering precision and restraint in equal measure. A slow burner that rewards patience.
Drink 2028–2035. Chardonnay. Raised without lees stirring or filtration. Match with oysters, veal blanquette, or alpine cheeses.
Maker
Established as one of the young rising stars of Burgundy, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey in 2005 left his family Domaine, Marc Colin, where he gained a solid reputation for his outstanding white wines. Pierre-Yves took control of a share of the family vineyards (Domaine Marc Colin) from 2006 vintage. His first vintages have been made from vineyards and growers that he works closely with buying the wine as must and aging the wines in barrels which he has supplied. If the resulting wines meet his standards the barrels of wine purchased are then matured in his own cold cellar below his house in Chassagne Montrachet.
“This is not just one of the top domaines in the Cote de Beaune in Burgundy, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey is now well recognised as one of the greatest winemakers and domaines in the world. Consistently producing benchmark wines in each vintage.”
The Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey estate was born in 2001 from the association of Pierre-Yves Colin (son of Marc) and Caroline Morey (daughter of Jean-Marc). Today they operate 13 hectares in the villages of Saint-Aubin, Chassagne-Montrachet, Santenay, Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault. Their production consists of 92% Chardonnay, 5% Pinot Noir and 3% of Aligoté grape variety. Working about 2 hectares from the family heritage, the other plots have come from different acquisitions over the last fifteen years, as well as a few plots in Fermages.
Philosophy
Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey’s philosophy is simple yet profound: to create wines that speak to the unique character of their terroir. By embracing organic and biodynamic farming practices, he ensures that his vines are in harmony with nature, allowing each vineyard’s potential to shine through in the wines. In the winery, Pierre-Yves follows a minimal intervention approach, letting the natural yeast drive fermentation and allowing the wines to mature on their lees to develop depth and complexity. His wines are celebrated for their purity, elegance, and their ability to age gracefully, reflecting the precision of his craftsmanship and the distinctive beauty of Burgundy’s finest vineyards.
Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Subtle and taut
Lean citrus, crushed stone, and golden orchard fruit.
PALATE
– Linear and intense
Focused acidity frames ripe apple and mineral depth.
FINISH
– Long and composed
Sustained length with saline lift and tight citrus precision.
Reviews & Accolades
It does indeed show a linear intensity, with ripe golden apples towards the back and excellent length... Exemplary for this lesser known Puligny 1er Cru. – Jasper Morris M.W., Inside Burgundy, (92–94) (October 2023)
The Finer Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal - Chardonnay
Country - France
Region - Burgundy
Vintage - 2022
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 13%
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