Bocard Guy
Meursault Vieilles Vignes 2023
| Denomination | AOC Meursault |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Burgundy (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | 18 months, of which 12 in Burgundy barrels and 6 in steel tanks. |
- Vintage and designation: 2023 Meursault Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée Burgundy (Côte-d'Or), 14% vol
- Old vines: Chardonnay from vines over 40 years old, planted between the 1940s and 1970s
- Vinification: hand-harvested, slow whole-bunch pressing, fermentation with indigenous yeasts
- Ageing: 12 months in 228-litre barrels (15% new) plus 4 months in stainless steel
- Profile and pairings: notes of white fruit and flowers, toasted hints; ideal with fish and poultry
Description
What kind of wine it is
Meursault Vieilles Vignes by Guy Bocard is a structured and expressive white wine from the Meursault appellation in Burgundy. In the glass, the Chardonnay displays a pale gold colour with citrus reflections. The bouquet weaves together notes of white-fleshed fruit and delicate flowers, enriched by elegant toasted nuances and subtle hints of oak, while on the palate the initial impression is rounded, with a natural softness balanced by a vibrant acidity that leads to a long, clean finish. It pairs harmoniously with white meats, lean fish or a classic sole meunière.
Where it comes from
The grapes are grown in the northern part of Meursault, near Volnay, within the renowned Burgundy region. The vineyards benefit from excellent south and south-east exposure in the Durots, Dressoles and Malpoiriers plots. The old vines, planted between the late 1940s and early 1970s, sink their roots into deep, dense clay-limestone soils. This complex geology ensures remarkable aromatic concentration.
How it is produced
The production process begins with a rigorous manual harvest and selection of the bunches directly in the vineyard. In the winery, a slow whole-bunch pressing is carried out to preserve the integrity of the must. Fermentation occurs spontaneously thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. The wine rests for twelve months in oak barrels, with a proportion of new wood used, and completes its maturation with a further four months in steel tanks. Any fining or filtration is carried out only if strictly necessary, to preserve the wine's natural balance of flavour.
History and Curiosities
The Meursault Vieilles Vignes 2023 by Domaine Guy Bocard encapsulates the essence of the northern vineyards located near Volnay. This elegant white wine is produced from historic vines planted between the 1940s and 1970s, which sink their roots into deep, compact clay-limestone soils. The remarkable longevity of these plants ensures an extraordinary aromatic concentration in the glass, while the profound connection with the appellation translates into a vibrant expression of the terroir, offering a balanced and highly characterful tasting experience.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
| Name | Domaine Guy Bocard Meursault Vieilles Vignes 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic still |
| Denomination | Meursault AOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Burgundy |
| Vendor | Bocard Guy |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Meursault Vieilles Vignes 2023 by Domaine Guy Bocard encapsulates the essence of the northern vineyards located near Volnay. This elegant white wine is produced from historic vines planted between the 1940s and 1970s, which sink their roots into deep, compact clay-limestone soils. The remarkable longevity of these plants ensures an extraordinary aromatic concentration in the glass, while the profound connection with the appellation translates into a vibrant expression of the terroir, offering a balanced and highly characterful tasting experience. |
| Origin | Northern part of Meursault (Burgundy, Côte-d'Or), near Volnay |
| Soil composition | Clay-limestone soils, particularly dense, deep and poor in stones |
| Harvest | Manual harvest |
| Production technique | Manual harvest; slow pressing of whole bunches; spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; ageing 12 months in 228 L barrels (15% new) then 4 months in stainless steel tanks; light fining and/or filtration if necessary |
| Wine making | Manual harvest with selection in the vineyard in 20 kg crates; gentle pressing of whole bunches; spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; ageing for 12 months in 228 L barrels (15% new) followed by 4 months in stainless steel tanks; light clarification and/or filtration if necessary. |
| Aging | 18 months, of which 12 in Burgundy barrels and 6 in steel tanks. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |