A complete tasting note for Meursault du Château 2022, an exceptional organic Chardonnay: golden appearance, generous nose, mineral palate, refined pairings, aging potential, pleasure score.

MEURSAULT DU CHÂTEAU – CHÂTEAU DE MEURSAULT

About the House

Château de Meursault, located in the Côte de Beaune in Burgundy, is a historic domaine whose origins date back to the 11th century. It spans several dozen hectares across prestigious parcels, including premiers crus and village sites, on limestone and clay-limestone soils with east/southeast exposure. The domaine was acquired by the Halley family in late 2012 and has practiced organic viticulture since the 2022 vintage. Meursault du Château comes from a blend of five emblematic parcels from the appellation.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

The wine shows a deep, brilliant appearance, with a rich golden hue and luminous highlights, revealing lovely maturity and careful élevage.

Nose

The nose is generous and complex, weaving together aromas of ripe white fruit, including apricot and yellow peach, with delicate floral notes of acacia and hawthorn, plus touches of vanilla, toasted hazelnut, honey, and candied citrus. A fine, mouthwatering mineral streak also comes through, bringing freshness and depth.

Palate

The palate is broad, concentrated, and elegant, with lovely acidic tension. Flavors of fresh lemon, green apple, white peach, and pomelo return, joined by hints of vanilla and toasted oak in the background. The finish is long, mouthwatering, and finely etched, with impressive persistence and remarkable vertical lift.

Food & Wine Pairings

This Meursault du Château 2022 pairs beautifully with delicate, refined dishes: sea bass ceviche, zucchini carpaccio, grilled sea bream, salmon tartare, shellfish such as crab and scampi, as well as veal in a creamy sauce. It also works wonderfully as an elegant aperitif.

Aging Potential

You can enjoy this wine now, but it has an estimated aging potential of 5 to 10 years, or even a little longer depending on storage conditions.

Our Rating (out of 20)

We give this Meursault du Château 2022 a pleasure score of 17/20, thanks to its balance, aromatic complexity, mineral freshness, and elegance on the palate.

Conclusion

Meursault du Château 2022 is a Chardonnay of remarkable finesse, crafted with respect for the environment. It charms with its golden appearance, rich and generous nose, precise mineral palate, and persistent finish. It offers a refined tasting experience, ready to enjoy now or to cellar for graceful evolution.