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Located at the very heart of the Côte de Beaune, Meursault is one of Burgundy's flagship villages and among its most celebrated. It is cited as being the capital of Burgundy's great white wines.
The diversity in the soil type and depth and the nature of the slope has a significant influence on the wines. Though they are always magnificently opulent, some may feature varying expressions of minerality.
The diversity in the soil type and depth and the nature of the slope has a significant influence on the wines. Though they are always magnificently opulent, some may feature varying expressions of minerality.
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Terroir
Calcareous clay soil containing white marls
Winemaking
Handpicking, sorting of the grapes, gentle pressing so as to respect the fruit.
alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees in oak barrels (20 to 30% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months.
alcoholic fermentation and aging on fine lees in oak barrels (20 to 30% new barrels) for 14 to 16 months.
Varietal
Chardonnay
Advice
Serving
Serve between 12 and 14°C (53-57°F).
To enjoy young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years and more.
To enjoy young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years and more.
Tasting
Delicate nose with scents of flowers and fruit, such as hawthorn and peach, underpinned by toasted notes. This rich, silky wine is structured and well balanced. It boasts remarkable length on the palate with a hint of sucrosity and lovely minerality.
Food pairings
Finely prepared fish and seafood
Roasted or stewed white meats and poultry
Roasted or stewed white meats and poultry
Quotes
James Suckling: 91/100 (2020)
Wine Spectator: 90/100 (2019)
Wine Enthusiast: 92/100 (2018)
Wine Spectator: 90/100 (2019)
Wine Enthusiast: 92/100 (2018)
