Meursault Blanc Bouchard 75cl

Meursault Blanc de Bouchard Père & Fils is a great Burgundy wine made from 100% Chardonnay, rich, aromatic and balanced, ideally served at 12-14°C, with an aging potential of 3 to 10 years depending on conditions.

Main characteristics
Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay 

Origin: Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, village of Meursault 

Volume: 75 cl 

Representative vintage: 2022 but the general characteristics apply to recent vintages
Alcohol content: approximately 13.5% 

Color: straw yellow, bright 

Type: dry white wine, AOC Meursault 

Aromas and tasting
Nose / bouquet: very aromatic, a blend of white fruits (pear, peach, apricot), citrus fruits, flowers (honeysuckle, linden), with nuances of roasted hazelnut, toasted bread, vanilla and a touch of melted butter 

Palate: full, round, with richness and volume, a dense structure balanced by fine acidity. Long and aromatic finish 

Harmony: beautiful balance between richness, roundness and aromatic complexity 

Vinification and aging
Harvest: slow pressing of whole grapes for a quality must 

Aging: alcoholic fermentation in barrels, on fine lees with weekly bâtonnage to develop roundness and aromatics; duration 14 to 16 months, with approximately 20-30% new barrels depending on the vintage 

Method: traditional, temperature-controlled tanks to control fermentation and preserve aromas 

Food and wine pairings
Classics: fish cooked whole or in sauce, shellfish, smoked salmon, escargot puff pastries 

Cheeses: fresh cow's milk cheese, Comté 

Unusual pairings: Caesar salad, tagliatelle with scallops and walnuts 

Service and aging
Serving temperature: 12-14°C 

Aging potential: 3 to 10 years depending on vintage and storage conditions 

This Meursault Blanc de Bouchard Père & Fils is an excellent wine, representative of the "Golden Triangle" of the Côte de Beaune, ideal for lovers of great white Burgundy wines, offering a complex, elegant aromatic profile perfectly balanced between richness and finesse.