FEATURES
🏰 The 2019 Michel Bouzereau Meursault Perrières 1er Cru is a white Burgundy that promises both elegance and longevity. This cuvée is particularly special as it's crafted from vineyards partly planted in 1939, combined with younger vines, contributing to its profound complexity. Critics note a pronounced bouquet with rose water, saline, and lemongrass, alongside classic Meursault notes of citrus, lemon, and lime. On the palate, expect a rich, taut fullness with attractive buttery brioche aromas, ripe fruit, and distinct mineral notes. Hints of honey, stone, vanilla, oak, almond, and hazelnut also emerge, with some reviewers finding peach, stone fruit, and apricot nuances. It's a wine built to age, offering 10 to 20 years of drinking pleasure. 【Cuvée from vineyards partly planted in 1939, offering complexity and longevity】.
🍴 This Meursault pairs beautifully with rich fish like salmon or tuna, cured white fish, and lobster. It also complements poultry or veal in white cream sauces, scallops in béchamel, and mild to soft cheeses such as Brie or Gruyère. For a more adventurous pairing, consider teriyaki chicken meatballs.
🥂 Ideal for a sophisticated dinner party, a special anniversary celebration, or a quiet evening appreciating a fine white Burgundy. Its aging potential also makes it a thoughtful gift for collectors.
BACKGROUND
Domaine Michel Bouzereau et Fils is a highly respected estate in Meursault, now run by Michel's son, Jean-Baptiste Bouzereau. The domaine is known for producing pure, elegant, and terroir-driven white Burgundies. Les Perrières is widely considered the greatest Premier Cru in Meursault, often rivaling Grand Crus. This Chardonnay is intensely mineral, with notes of crushed stone, citrus, and hazelnut, offering incredible tension, precision, and a long, complex finish.