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2018 Jean-Philippe Fichet Meursault Le Meix Sous Le Chateau

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November 12, 2023 - $45

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RATINGS

91-93Vinous / IWC

...taut, strict but compelling bouquet with orange blossom and light flinty aromas. The palate is fresh and vibrant with tangerine mixed with apricot and ginger, quite persistent in the mouth whilst maintaining plenty of delineation. Excellent.

87-90Burghound.com

A slightly riper nose is comprised by notes of poached pear, apple, browned nut butter and pretty floral nuances. The rich, round and plush medium-bodied flavors also coat the palate with dry extract...

16.5Jancis Robinson

Creamy, mealy citrus. Present but not overpowering oak.

REGION

France, Burgundy, Côte d'Or, Côte de Beaune, Meursault

Meursault is one of the trio of famous Chardonnay producing appellations in the Côte d’Or. Although both red and white wines are allowed to be produced in the Meursault appellation, 98% of Meursault is Chardonnay. With a total of 2,500 acres of vineyards, there are no Grands Crus but 325 acres of Premiers Crus, which are divided into 13 main vineyards. As wine writers have often noted, Meursault’s fame is based on its Premiers Crus, including the prestigious Les Perrières, Les Genevrières and Les Charmes. Because the water table is low in Meursault, many producers have cellars here, including Comte Lafon and Jean-Francois Coche-Dury. Robert M. Parker Jr. wrote “the Premiers Crus, as well as the finest Villages Meursaults from the top vineyards, are among the easiest drinking white burgundies in the world. Why? High-quality Meursault is opulent, almost unctuous, with a fatness and a juicy, succulent, buttery, hazelnut and apple, peach-like fruitiness that often roars from the glass.”

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.