Meursault-Charmes Premier Cru AOC 2022

Wine Description for Meursault-Charmes Premier Cru AOC 2022 by Rougeot Père & Fils

Character

The Meursault-Charmes from Rougeot Père & Fils represents Burgundian Chardonnay culture in its classical form. This Premier Cru vineyard site produces wines of remarkable density and elegance – less opulent than some other Meursault sites, yet with fine minerality and subtle spice. The 2022 vintage benefited from a warm, dry summer that produced concentrated yet fresh wines with vibrant acidity.

Terroir & Origin

Meursault-Charmes lies in the southern part of the commune, directly bordering Puligny-Montrachet. The soils consist of calcareous marl with a high stone content, which gives these wines their characteristic stony minerality. The gentle slope ensures optimal drainage and sun exposure. This vineyard site is considered one of the finest Premier Cru parcels in Meursault – less buttery and creamy than typical Meursaults, yet with greater finesse and length.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Chardonnay finds ideal conditions in Meursault. The Rougeot estate works traditionally with natural fermentation and ageing in oak barrels, with the proportion of new barrels for Premier Crus typically kept moderate to avoid masking the fruit. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures on fine lees, which gives it texture and complexity. At 13.5% alcohol, the 2022 shows itself balanced and approachable.

Food Pairing Recommendations

This Premier Cru calls for correspondingly refined cuisine: scallops in brown butter, lobster with tarragon sauce or sweetbreads are classic companions. It also reveals its strengths with poultry in cream sauce, turbot or mature Comté cheese. The Burgundian tradition recommends Poulet de Bresse à la crème – a combination that pairs terroir with terroir.