Domaine du Château de Meursault : Meursault 1er cru "Les Charmes Dessus" 2021

A white wine from Meursault with an alluring elegance and complexity

The estate

Located in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, in Meursault, Domaine du Château de Meursault is one of Burgundy's most iconic estates. Boasting a century-old history, Château de Meursault is a true gem among the finest Meursault wines, currently owned by the Halley family.

The vineyard

The 1er cru "Les Charmes Dessus" 2021 by Domaine du Château de Meursault is a Meursault wine that stems from a 3-hectare vineyard located at the foot of hill. If the "Les Charmes" ‘’climat’’ is known to produce excellent wines, "Les Charmes-Dessus" is the most qualitative part of this vineyard. The east-facing vines lie on a soil composed of hard Jurassic limestone and marly limestone.

Vinification and ageing

Following the harvest, the grapes are sorted by hand, followed by pressing and settling. Alcoholic fermentation for 15 days in barrels. Aged for 15 to 18 months.

The blend

Chardonnay (100%).

Domaine du Château de Meursault’s 2021 Meursault 1er cru "Les Charmes Dessus": Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Nose

Complex, the nose elegantly blends fragrances of brioche, ripe fruit and hazelnut.

Palate

Persistent, this wine seduces the palate with its toasted woody aromas and its delicious minerality.

Food and wine pairing

This Meursault white wine will complement monkfish blanquette served with spring vegetables or a lobster soufflé.

Cellaring

The Meursault 1er cru "Les Charmes Dessus" 2021 by Domaine du Château de Meursault can be kept in the cellar until 2036 to reveal its full aromatic range.