Sylvie Esmonin - Bourgogne - Côte d'Or - Blanc - 2020

Wine:

This wine is produced exclusively in Meursault. It is not always produced, especially not in 2021 as this small vineyard of only 26 ares froze. This 2020 white Burgundy Côte d'Or comes from the Les Malpoiriers sector, adjacent to the wineries of the Prieur and Roulot estates. Confidential, this Chardonnay is barrel-aged, with very few new barrels. A very confidential wine, but one of the highest quality.

A prominent figure in Gevrey-Chambertin and an inspired winemaker, Sylvie Esmonin presides over a treasure trove of old vines, primarily on the legendary terroirs of the Côte de Nuits.


Practicing biodynamics in her vineyards, she continues to infuse her wines with incredible vitality, primarily vinifying with whole clusters, reviving the golden age of the 19th century when Pinot Noir resonated with a unique natural brilliance. This unparalleled style, forged over two decades, now allows the domain to stand at the highest level alongside the greatest references in Burgundy.


Despite its modest size, this estate is a sensation among enthusiasts who consistently find a unique soul here. Discovering it is necessary, but acquiring its wines remains a challenge.