Burgundy
Michel Bouzereau et Fils - Meursault - Les Grands Charrons - White - 2021
Characteristics
Country / Region: Burgundy
Vintage: 2021
Name: AOP Meursault
Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay
Alcohol: 13.5 vol.
Color: White
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 3 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2022 (RVF)
Wine:
From nearly 2 ha of old vines on clay-limestone, the 2021 white Meursault Les Grands Charrons offers a tight, precise, ripe, and refined palate with a nice dry extract. It is still a wine that is pleasant to drink in its youth, ideally retaining the open and seductive aspect of a beautiful Meursault terroir.Vinification:
Hand harvested, aged for one year in oak barrels, 20% of which are new, then aged for 2 to 4 months in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.Color:
Crystal clear gold.Nose:
Fresh aromas of white fruits punctuated with fine toasted notes.Palate:
Ripe and concentrated with a bright, appealing profile, this seductive cuvée delivers a tightly-knit, precise wine, best enjoyed in its youth.
Temperature:
Serve between 10 and 12°C.Food and wine pairing:
Poultry with cream sauce, grilled fish or fish in sauce, aged cheese.Cellar aging:
From now until 2029.
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.