2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption after 5–8 years; ageing potential 10 years.
Region Meursault
Soil Soils vary across the appellation: deep and colourful around the village, Clearer and lighter at mid-slope, And nearly white and very rocky on the upper slopes.
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing, With The Last-Press Juice Separated From The Free-Run Juice.
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Grapes and musts are purchased from partner growers under rigorous specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested in open-work crates and sorted if necessary. Following slow pneumatic pressing, the last-press juice is kept separate from the free-run juice; after light settling, the juice is transferred to barrels. Alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation and élevage occur in oak barrels. Approximately 20% of the barrels are new; élevage lasts 14–16 months, using oak grown in French high forests.
Tasting Notes Golden colour; honey, linden flower, hazelnut butter, chamomile and hawthorn aromas; silky round palate; long yellow-plum and gingerbread finish. The producer's 2023 vintage note additionally describes yellow fruit, floral hints, an ample full-bodied palate, freshness and finesse.
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption after 5–8 years; ageing potential 10 years.
Region Meursault
Soil Soils vary across the appellation: deep and colourful around the village, Clearer and lighter at mid-slope, And nearly white and very rocky on the upper slopes.
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing, With The Last-Press Juice Separated From The Free-Run Juice.
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Grapes and musts are purchased from partner growers under rigorous specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested in open-work crates and sorted if necessary. Following slow pneumatic pressing, the last-press juice is kept separate from the free-run juice; after light settling, the juice is transferred to barrels. Alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation and élevage occur in oak barrels. Approximately 20% of the barrels are new; élevage lasts 14–16 months, using oak grown in French high forests.
Tasting Notes Golden colour; honey, linden flower, hazelnut butter, chamomile and hawthorn aromas; silky round palate; long yellow-plum and gingerbread finish. The producer's 2022 vintage note adds citrus, ripe fruit, floral fragrance, lightly spicy pastry notes, a tender fleshy texture, roundness and a rich aftertaste.
2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption after 5–8 years; ageing potential 10 years.
Region Meursault
Soil Soils vary across the appellation: deep and colourful around the village, Clearer and lighter at mid-slope, And nearly white and very rocky on the upper slopes.
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing, With The Last-Press Juice Separated From The Free-Run Juice.
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Grapes and musts are purchased from partner growers under rigorous specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested in open-work crates and sorted if necessary. Following slow pneumatic pressing, the last-press juice is kept separate from the free-run juice; after light settling, the juice is transferred to barrels. Alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation and élevage occur in oak barrels. Approximately 20% of the barrels are new; élevage lasts 14–16 months, using oak grown in French high forests.
Tasting Notes Golden colour; honey, linden flower, hazelnut butter, chamomile and hawthorn aromas; silky round palate; long yellow-plum and gingerbread finish. The producer's 2021 vintage note describes the white wines as less opulent, well-balanced and aromatically attractive.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption after 6–15 years; ageing potential 15 years.
Region Meursault
Soil Soils vary across the appellation: deep and colourful around the village, Clearer and lighter at mid-slope, And nearly white and very rocky on the upper slopes.
Fermentation Vessels Oak barrels
Pressing Method Slow Pneumatic Pressing, With The Last-Press Juice Separated From The Free-Run Juice.
Oak Types French high-forest oak
Serving Temperature 13°C · 55°F
Production Details Grapes and musts are purchased from partner growers under rigorous specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested in open-work crates and sorted if necessary. Following slow pneumatic pressing, the last-press juice is kept separate from the free-run juice; after light settling, the juice is transferred to barrels. Alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation and élevage occur in oak barrels. Approximately 20% of the barrels are new; élevage lasts 14–16 months, using oak grown in French high forests.
Tasting Notes Golden colour; honey, linden flower, hazelnut butter, chamomile and hawthorn aromas; silky round palate; long yellow-plum and gingerbread finish. The producer's 2020 vintage note adds honeyed fruit, dried-fruit notes and freshness.
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2019 / 750ml | CHF 724.27Recorded amount · package unit unverified | vinpark.ch ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
7 Rue d’Enfer, 21200 Beaune, France
Phone
+33 3 80 24 68 88
Owner
Drouhin family
Cellarmaster
Véronique Boss-Drouhin