Meursault En Luraule AOC 2023

Wine Description for Meursault En Luroule AOC 2023 by Rémi Jobard

Colour & Appearance

Pale straw yellow with vibrant green reflections – youthful, clear, of untroubled precision.

Nose

Restrained and introverted in the first moments, this Meursault unfolds with aeration on quiet feet. No showmanship, but rather silent eloquence: citrus peel, white flowers and the fine abrasion of skins form the foundation. To this are added green almonds, hazelnuts and a hint of salted buttered toast with a touch of quince paste. A wine that does not call – it whispers.

Palate

Precise and clearly structured like a well-placed climbing hold. The razor-sharp acidity gives the wine contour and drive, whilst an aromatically bitter phenolic character – reminiscent of grapefruit – further accelerates the palate. The fruit shows itself less juicy than rather anchored in extract: compact, dense, with a clear edge. A thoroughly structural wine that relies on tension rather than flattery.

Finish

Long, mineral and characterised by salty-chalky freshness. The finish draws out with cool elegance – no echo of wood, but pure terroir.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyard site „En Luraule“ in Meursault lies on limestone and clay-rich soils in optimally exposed hillside position – classic Burgundy in its purest form. The biodynamic management of the vineyard underscores Rémi Jobard’s commitment to a living, expressive terroir.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Chardonnay, hand-harvested and gently pressed – without rebéchage. Spontaneous fermentation with natural yeasts leads to ageing of around twelve months in large Stockinger barrels as well as partly used pieces (maximum 20% new wood). Subsequently, the wine matured for a further six months in stainless steel tank, before being bottled unfiltered and with minimal intervention. Craftsmanship without compromise.

Food Pairing Suggestions

An ideal companion to grilled turbot with brown butter, scallops on pea purée or a classic Poulet de Bresse à la crème. This Meursault also makes an excellent match with aged Comté or a lobster bisque.

Special Features

Rémi Jobard counts amongst the quiet perfectionists of the Côte de Beaune. His approach – biodynamic, minimally interventionist, consistently terroir-focused – makes his wines sought-after rarities. The 2023 vintage, despite its warmth characterised by remarkably fresh acidity structure, shows its full potential here: a wine for the patient, one that requires time and deserves it.