Presentation
Precise balance. Dear to the Delaunays due to family ties, Meursault stands as a universal reference for Burgundy’s great Chardonnays. However, due to its varied terroirs and the growers’ different approaches, the style of Meursault wines differs significantly from one cuvée to another. A blend of grapes from several plots, Edouard Delaunay’s Meursault represents our own interpretation of the appellation: precise balance between opulence and maturity on the one hand, and freshness and elegance on the other.
Terroir
Of the three Côte de Beaune villages that are world renowned for their great white wines, Meursault is the largest in surface area. Its calcareous clay terroir presents a variety of nuances depending on location. The grapes that go into this Meursault "Village" cuvée were sourced from four plots scattered around the village. These multiple origins result in a final blend that is complex and highly representative of the Meursault appellation in its entirety.
Winemaking
Grapes were harvested by hand and each plot was vinified separately in order to preserve the typicity of each terroir. The grapes were pressed gently, as whole bunches, and the juices were allowed to settle, after which vinification was conducted entirely in barrels (including 50% new oak from Central France forests). During the ageing period, light, regular stirring was performed to enrich the wine’s texture and lend subtle notes of brioche. Barrel ageing lasted 13 months.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13 % vol.
Production volume : 5,324 BOTTLES, 150 MAGNUMS
Contains sulphites.
Tasting
Elegant pale yellow color. The nose is fine and subtle, marked by a lovely vegetal freshness (mint, freshly cut grass) and lively citrus notes (lime, candied bergamot). Hints of sugared almonds add a touch of sweetness, enhanced by pastry aromas (brioche, toasted bread, French toast). The palate is round, broad, and smooth on entry. The wine is supported by well-integrated acidity, providing length and balance. The finish is dominated by lingering flavors of candied lemons and bergamot. A delightful wine, with vibrant energy, blending freshness and elegance.
Food pairings
Ideal with cod fillet in an hollandaise sauce, mussels with Roquefort cheese or the English classic fish & chips.
Reviews
La Revue du Vin de France
Tim Atkin
Jancis Robinson