2020 Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur Meursault 1er Cru "Les Perrieres", Burgundy, France
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sourced from a 0.25-hectare parcel planted in 1983 within the esteemed "Les Perrières Dessous" vineyard, situated just above "Les Charmes" in Meursault, this Chardonnay epitomizes the terroir's mineral-rich character. The grapes are hand-harvested and undergo fermentation with indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged for 16 months in 228-liter oak barrels, with 25-30% new oak employed to enhance complexity without overshadowing the wine's inherent qualities.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur is a historic estate resulting from the union of two venerable winemaking families from Volnay and Meursault. Now led by François Bitouzet-Prieur, representing the sixth generation, the domaine spans 13 hectares of meticulously tended vineyards. Committed to organic viticulture since 2013, with certification achieved for the 2023 vintage, the estate emphasizes traditional techniques and a deep respect for terroir. François likens his role to that of a conductor interpreting a score, aiming to faithfully express each vineyard's unique identity through his wines.
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ABOUT THIS WINE
Sourced from a 0.25-hectare parcel planted in 1983 within the esteemed "Les Perrières Dessous" vineyard, situated just above "Les Charmes" in Meursault, this Chardonnay epitomizes the terroir's mineral-rich character. The grapes are hand-harvested and undergo fermentation with indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged for 16 months in 228-liter oak barrels, with 25-30% new oak employed to enhance complexity without overshadowing the wine's inherent qualities.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur is a historic estate resulting from the union of two venerable winemaking families from Volnay and Meursault. Now led by François Bitouzet-Prieur, representing the sixth generation, the domaine spans 13 hectares of meticulously tended vineyards. Committed to organic viticulture since 2013, with certification achieved for the 2023 vintage, the estate emphasizes traditional techniques and a deep respect for terroir. François likens his role to that of a conductor interpreting a score, aiming to faithfully express each vineyard's unique identity through his wines.
