Meursault
Domaine du Pavillon
Situation
Côte de Beaune
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Chardonnay
Located in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, Meursault is one of the flagship villages and among the most reputed in Burgundy. In fact, Meursault is often referred to as the capital of Burgundy’s great whites. Aerial photos of the village town hall’s multi-coloured varnished roof tiles are world famous.
Tasting
Our white Meursault is bright, luminous straw yellow in colour. The nose boasts a discrete touch of toast followed by elegant floral notes underpinned by fruity, light plum and pear aromas. The palate is powerful, well balanced and dense, with delicious flavours of brioche. The finish is long and very aromatic.
Food/wine pairing
Ideal with fine fish, shellfish, white meats, poultry in sauce and full-flavoured cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 12 and 14°C. (53°F - 57°F).
This wine is ready to drink or it may be laid down for 3 to 5 years or more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Parcel size: 5 plots totalling 2.3 ha (5.6 acres)
Situation: 5 plots with different but complementary characteristics
Exposure: East/South-East, 235m on gentle slope
Soil: White marly limestone-and-clay
Average age of the vine: 30 years
Nb of bottles produced per year: 15 000 on average
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Vatting: Oak barrels (35% new oak)
Vatting time: 3 weeks to 2 months
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 12 to 15 months
Proportion of new barrels: 20%