2022 Alvina Pernot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos de la Garenne

The 2022 Alvina Pernot Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos de la Garenne is a refined white Burgundy that captures the tension between finesse and intensity that Puligny is famed for. Sourced from a historic walled premier cru vineyard, this Chardonnay delivers precise mineral character wrapped in generous 2022 fruit. It’s a superb choice for collectors and white Burgundy lovers seeking a blend of classical Puligny structure and youthful vitality.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this wine shows a pale to medium lemon color with green highlights, hinting at its freshness and energy. The nose opens with lifted aromas of white flowers, lemon zest, and green apple, layered with notes of crushed stones, hazelnut, and a subtle touch of buttered brioche and vanilla from its élévage. On the palate, the 2022 Clos de la Garenne is both precise and textured, with a fine, chalky backbone typical of Puligny. Citrus and orchard fruits—lime, lemon curd, pear, and white peach—are framed by vibrant acidity and a saline, mineral drive. Hints of almond, light pastry and a whisper of spice add complexity on the long, focused finish. While already approachable in its youth, especially with some aeration, this premier cru has the structure to age gracefully for 8–12 years, gaining deeper nutty, honeyed nuances over time.

Production
Clos de la Garenne is a prized premier cru climat in Puligny-Montrachet, characterized by well-drained, limestone-rich soils with marl and stones that give the wines their hallmark precision and minerality. The vines, many of which are older and naturally low-yielding, are typically farmed with careful, sustainable vineyard practices and harvested by hand to preserve fruit integrity. In the cellar, Alvina Pernot favors a sensitive, Burgundian approach: gentle pressing of whole clusters, fermentation in French oak barrels (a modest proportion new to add texture rather than dominance), followed by aging on fine lees to build complexity and mouthfeel while maintaining the clarity and tension that define great Puligny-Montrachet.

Food & Serving
This Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru is a natural partner for refined seafood and white meat dishes: think turbot or sole with beurre blanc, seared scallops, lobster, roasted chicken with morels, or veal in a light cream sauce. It also works beautifully with fine cheeses such as Comté, aged Gruyère, or delicate goat’s cheese. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to preserve its aromatic lift and mineral focus. For optimal expression, especially in its first few years, consider decanting for 30–45 minutes to allow the wine to unfurl its layers and reveal the full breadth of its terroir.

Producer
Alvina Pernot is one of the most exciting new-generation names in Puligny-Montrachet, building on the illustrious legacy of the Pernot family, long associated with some of the village’s finest terroirs. Having gained access to top parcels through her family holdings, she has quickly developed a reputation for crafting wines of precision, elegance, and transparency to site. In a region dominated by historic domaines, Alvina’s meticulous vineyard work and sensitive, detail-driven winemaking have made her bottles highly sought after by Burgundy enthusiasts, with particular acclaim for her premier cru and grand cru whites that showcase both pedigree and a distinctly modern sense of purity.

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