Domaine du Château de Meursault : Meursault 1er cru "Les Charmes Dessus" 2024

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Meursault 1er Cru "Les Charmes Dessus" 2024 Domaine du Château de Meursault

Tasting

Colour
Displaying a pale yellow to golden hue of great brilliance, this white wine is illuminated by subtle honeyed hints.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet stands out for its complexity, blending white flower scents with yellow fruit aromas such as peach, apricot, and pear. Delicate notes of toasted oak and buttered bread further enrich the ensemble.

Palate
Combining minerality and finesse, the palate offers an opulent texture and beautiful volume. A refreshing acidity balances this richness, leading to a persistent, mineral, and subtly oaky finish.

Food and Wine Pairing

This wine pairs wonderfully with refined dishes such as lobster soufflé, fillet of turbot, or scallops with brown butter. It will also enhance poultry in creamy sauce, oysters, or a matured cheese such as Comté.

Service and Storage

To fully appreciate the Meursault 1er Cru "Les Charmes Dessus" 2024, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 12 and 14°C. With excellent aging potential, it can be cellared until at least 2039.

The Elegance and Minerality of a Great Burgundy Wine

The Estate

The history of the Domaine du Château de Meursault dates back to the 11th century. Located in Burgundy, this historic estate has undergone a spectacular revival since its acquisition in 2012 by the Halley family. Today, the vineyard spans nearly 67 hectares across the Côte de Beaune. Committed to a strong environmental approach with a transition toward organic farming, the estate produces wines renowned for their exceptional quality.

The Vineyard

This wine comes from plots located on the upper part of the famous Charmes climat, within the Meursault appellation. Around forty years old, the vines thrive on soils composed of Jurassic limestone and marl. This specific terroir, combined with controlled yields, promotes slow and optimal ripening of the grapes, revealing the full complexity of this cru.

Winemaking and Aging

After meticulous hand-harvesting, the grapes destined for the Meursault 1er Cru "Les Charmes Dessus" 2024 undergo slow, gradual pressing to extract the finest juices. This is followed by a static settling period of about twelve hours. Fermentation takes place in oak barrels. Aging then continues for 15 months, split between stainless steel tanks and oak barrels, including a proportion of new barrels, allowing for delicate integration of the wood.

Grape Variety

Chardonnay (100%).