Meursault

1er Cru Charmes

In Burgundy, this word refers to old common fields cultivated and let lie fallow or planted with hornbeams.

After a cold and dry start to the year, temperatures rose quickly at the end of March, triggering a rapid resumption of the growing cycle. A few morning frosts impacted part of the vineyard at the end of April but without major damage. The flowering period takes place in a few days at the beginning of June in superb weather. The summer is hot and sunny but delivers some welcome storm rain to help the plant enter the veraison stage. The harvest takes place at the beginning of September with ideal weather and impeccable health quality of the grapes.

Vineyard

The largest of all the 1er Crus classified terroirs of Meursault but also the archetype of the style of Meursault (rich, fat and powerful). Each step of the terroir gives elegance (Dessus), power (Milieu) and richness (Dessous). The soil is rich in clay and more sedimentary.

Wine-Growing method : sustainable
Harvest: 100 % manual

Sol : clayey-silt

surface
Production area
31,12 ha
altitude
Altitude
230-250 m
age
Average age of vines
36 years

Vinification

100% Chardonnay

At their arrival in our cellar, the grapes are immediately and carefully pressed with a pneumatic press .
100 % crushed grappes
Finning: yes
Filtration : yes

16 months (whose 4 months in stainless steel tank) 100 % oak barrels (whose 25% of new oak)

13,5% vol.

Tasting

Tasting note

A powerful wine, nose of grilled hazelnut, fresh butter, a rich and intense palate.

Food pairings

Ideal with scallops, pike, and cheese, not too strong.

temperature
Serving
temperature

12-14°C

date
Should be drunk between