Domaine du Château de Meursault : Meursault 1er cru "Charmes" 2022

A fine and aromatic Meursault white wine

The estate

In the heart of the Côte de Beaune, the Domaine du Château de Meursault is one of the legendary winemaking estates of Burgundy. Having borne witness to over 1,000 years of history, the Château de Meursault is a true jewel in Burgundy, now owned by the Halley family.

The vineyard

The Domaine du Château de Meursault oversees an exceptional vineyard in Burgundy, spread across 65 hectares, from Puligny-Montrachet to Aloxe-Corton.

The wine

"Les Charmes" 2022 from Domaine du Château de Meursault is a Meursault Premier Cru wine produced from a 1.6 hectare terroir planted on soils composed of hard Jurassic limestone and marly limestone.

Winemaking and ageing

Harvested by hand, the grapes were given a slow and gradual pressing. After static settling, the must was then placed in oak barrels for alcoholic fermentation. Each plot was vinified and aged separately to preserve the authentic expression of its original terroir. Each barrel was meticulously monitored throughout the vinification process. The wine was aged for 15 to 18 months in oak barrels (35% new oak as well as barrels of one to two wines). The barrels were blended before bottling.

Blend

Chardonnay (100%).

Characteristics and tasting tips for Meursault Premier Cru Les Charmes 2022 from Domaine du Château de Meursault

Tasting

Nose
The aromatic bouquet develops woody and smoky notes.

Palate
The palate has a great freshness, unveiling buttery notes enhanced by fruity and floral scents giving off finesse and length throughout.

Food and wine pairing

This Meursault Premier Cru Les Charmes 2022 from Domaine du Château de Meursault pairs perfectly with lobster thermidor, foie gras or chocolate-based desserts.

To serve

For the best tasting, serve between 12 and 14°C.

Storage

This white wine can be enjoyed today, or can be laid down until about 2037.