Chateau de Meursault - Meursault 1er Cru 'Les Charmes Dessus' White 2023

Grape

Chardonnay (100%)

Tasting notes

This wine carries the ample weight and texture one would expect, yet it is more restrained, taut, and tightly wound than the other Meursaults in the range. Subtle notes of beurre noisette, toasted brown rice, and Sicilian lemon rind gradually unfold, revealing themselves slowly across the finish. It will clearly benefit from a few years of bottle age to relax and fully express its depth.

Sourced from four distinct parcels high in the Charmes-Dessus vineyard — just below Clos des Perrières and bordering the vines of Dominique Lafon — this cuvée marks a definitive step up from the straight Charmes and is considered one of the estate’s flagship bottlings. Ageing takes place in French oak, 30% of which is new.

More About The Winery

With 60 hectares of vines – including 23 hectares in Premier Cru and Grand Cru appellations – Château de Meursault is one of the Côte de Beaune’s most prestigious estates. Its history dates back to the 11th century, and over the centuries it has passed through the hands of prominent Burgundy families, each leaving their mark.

In the 19th century, the Serre family expanded the estate and transformed the Château’s architecture, while later owners continued to develop its vineyards. In 1973, André Boisseaux, founder of the Kriter Group, restored the property with vision and passion. Since 2012, the estate has been under the stewardship of Olivier Halley, a dedicated wine lover deeply committed to Burgundy’s heritage.

Today, Château de Meursault produces wines that reflect the richness of its extraordinary terroirs, embodying finesse, depth, and the timeless grandeur of Burgundy.