Producer | Bitouzet-Prieur |
Country | France |
Region | Burgundy |
Subregion | Bourgogne Blanc |
Varietal | Chardonnay |
Vintage | 2019 |
Sku | 26606 |
Size | 750ml |
Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur Bourgogne Blanc is a serious and impeccably crafted white Burgundy that showcases the finest qualities of Chardonnay from the renowned lieu-dit of “Les Herbeaux” in Meursault. The winery has taken advantage of the 0.71-hectare parcel to produce a wine that is both mineral-driven and opulent.
The grapes for this cuvee were harvested from vines planted in 1953, with a small section replanted in 2010 that is not yet in production. In the glass, this wine is a deep, satisfying gold, with a bright hue and just a hint of green at the rim. The nose is explosive and rich, with notes of ripe yellow apple, pear, grilled pineapple, fresh cream, and well-integrated oak notes.
On the palate, this Chardonnay is textural and expansive, with a mouth-coating richness that nevertheless finishes clean. The ripeness and palate weight are noteworthy, making this wine a perfect match for a simple roast chicken preparation. The wine has an excellent balance of acidity and fruit, with a long and satisfying finish that lingers on the palate.
Overall, Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur Bourgogne Blanc is a superb wine that perfectly captures the character and terroir of Meursault's "Les Herbeaux". This is a wine that is both elegant and approachable, and is sure to impress even the most discerning wine lover.
The parcel for this cuv?e is the lieu-dit in Meursault known as Les Herbeaux, in the northern quadrant of Meursault just underneath the 1er Cru Les Malpoiriers. Bitouzet exploits 0.71 hectares and the vines were planted in 1953
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