Meursault
Domaine du Pavillon
Situation
Côte de Beaune
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Pinot noir
Located at the heart of the Côte de Beaune, Meursault is one of Burgundy’s flagship villages and among the most reputed in Burgundy. Aerial photos of the village town hall’s multi-coloured varnished roof tiles are famous worldwide. Better known for its white wines, the village of Meursault also has several terroirs that are suitable for Pinot Noir, such as our plot, which is located less than 400 metres from “Les Santenots”.
Tasting
Fine, delicate nose redolent of mainly red fruit and floral aromas with notes of red flowers and daffodils. The palate is fleshy with a discrete hint of oak, which enhances this wine’s balanced structure.
Food/wine pairing
Ideal with tender red meats, small game cooked in wine, and delicate cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 16 and 17°C (60°F - 63°F)
May be enjoyed now or cellared for 3 to 5 years or more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Parcel size: 0.33 ha (0.8 acre)
Situation: North of the Meursault village
Exposure: East/South-East
Soil: White marly limestone and clay
Average age of the vine: 30 to 40 years
Nb of bottles produced per year: 2 000 on average
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Vatting: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Vatting time: 20 to 28 days
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months
Proportion of new barrels: 20% to 30%