Michel Bouzereau et Fils - Meursault - Les Tessons - White - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 white Meursault Les Tessons is made from 50 ares of 60-year-old clay-limestone vines, located next to the Rougeot vineyard. This is a beautifully fresh wine suitable for aging, showing tension and great mineral character, as well as perfectly balanced fruity aromas of great purity. Aged for a long time without racking, this precise, ripe juice offers a fabulous persistence. Such purity! Rated 94/100 by the committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, aged 16 to 18 months in barrels, 25% of which are new.

Color:

Bright, clear golden yellow.

Nose:

Pure and bright, with yellow and white fruit fragrances and a beautiful minerality.

Palate:

Both pure and tense, this cuvée offers remarkable freshness with a precise, mineral-driven structure and incredible length.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Bresse poultry with cream sauce, Nantua crayfish bites, veal blanquette, Epoisses.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030, and even longer for enthusiasts.

Jean-Baptiste Bouzereau has cultivated a distinct style, marked by both finesse and precision, setting a high standard for Burgundy wines.

Leading Domaine Michel Bouzereau et Fils, a 3-star estate in the RVF Guide, he expertly reveals the true identity of each terroir, employing exacting cultivation methods inspired by biodynamics.

His approach emphasizes purity and elegance, allowing the wines to express their character without excess. There's no risk of overuse of oak here—the focus is always on balance and delicacy.