Benjamin Leroux Puligny Montrachet 2017 RIBIERA SACRA separating the heart from heads

separating the heart from heads and tails

Refined bouquet of citrus

Very greedy

everything is hand-picked to focus on quality

but often includes Meursault and Puligny-area vineyards

Benjamin Leroux Puligny Montrachet 2017 RIBIERA SACRA separating the heart from headsBen takes a domaine philosophy, focused on establishing and maintaining contracts with growers who work for top quality vines and fruit rather than seeking prestigious appellations. Ben and his team carefully guide the vineyard work, for the most part carried out by the owners. Vines are plowed and are at least lutte raisonnee, while many are organic or biodynamic. When Ben deems necessary, his team carries out green harvest themselves. All vines are