Member of one of the most famous wine family in Burgundy, Olivier created this micro-negociant business, sourcing grapes and must from a handful of dedicated growers.
The wines made in collaboration with in-house oenologist Franck Grux are immaculate, easily accessible and uncompromisingly modern.
Today, Olivier spread his time between his winery and greeting visitors to his “Table d’Olivier Leflaive” restaurant and guest house located in the heart of Puligny village.
Côte de Lechet is planted on a steep slope in very poor pebbly soil. Yields are restricted and the wines show a very marked, pure minerality. That said, full sun exposure makes for real power so that there is a very fine overall balance. This is pale straw in colour. It has an intriguing nose, with white flowers, allied to honey and warm sponge-cake character, all complemented by a nutty, mineral layer. Decanter 3 stars
" Domaine Olivier Leflaive, Cotes de Lechet, AC Chablis Premier Cru 2007, €29.95 (91) - This is one of the very best Premier Cru in Chablis, clearly bordering on Grand Cru quality, but that does mean that this 2007 example is a year or two away from being a perfect wine. The evident complexity, the tinge of nutty and creaminess over the minerality is as yet all just nearing a peak.I would like to taste this nextyear for the final verdict, but with small supplies and high demand for Leflaive, picking a bottle up for under €50 and trying not to drink it is your best option. Tomás Clancy, Sunday Business Post, 14th June 2009
