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Meursault

Burgundy

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Côte d’Or & Côte Chalonnaise

One of Burgundy's most celebrated white wine villages, Meursault produces rich, golden Chardonnays known for their nutty, buttery character and remarkable depth. Unlike its neighbours Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet, Meursault has no Grand Cru vineyards, yet its best Premier Crus, particularly Les Perrières, Genevières, and Charmes, are considered among the finest white wines in the world.

The wines of Meursault are made primarily from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay.

223–371 m

Elevation range

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Wine styles

21 Premier Crus

Avg. slope 7.3°

53 Vineyards

Avg. slope 4.2°

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Nearby Appellations

To the north Volnay

To the south Puligny-Montrachet

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Terroir & Character

Climate

Meursault benefits from a slightly warmer and more protected microclimate than its northern neighbors due to its more pronounced southeast exposure and shelter from prevailing winds. The amphitheater-like valley formation creates a natural sun trap that extends the growing season and enhances fruit ripeness.

Terroir

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Meursault sits on Jurassic limestone bedrock from the Bathonian period, with soils composed primarily of white marl mixed with clay-limestone and fossil-rich limestone debris. The underlying limestone provides excellent drainage while the marl content retains sufficient moisture, allowing vine roots to penetrate deeply into the bedrock fractures and access mineral-rich water sources.

Typical Aromas

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Notable Producers

Coche-DuryCult Meursault, supreme white Burgundy
Domaine RoulotPrecise, mineral Meursault benchmark
Domaine des Comtes LafonRich, powerful Meursault Premier Crus
Arnaud EnteCult micro-production Meursault
Pierre MoreyBiodynamic Meursault, elegant Perrieres

Grapes of Meursault

Pinot Noir

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
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The benchmark Pinot Noir. Côte de Nuits leans structured and dark-cherried, Côte de Beaune turns perfumed and supple, both ageing into forest floor and truffle.

Chardonnay

White
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
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Chardonnay's homeland. Chablis stays steely and citrus-driven, the Côte de Beaune turns rich and hazelnutty, the Mâconnais sits comfortably between.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Meursault known for?▼
Meursault is one of Burgundy's most celebrated white wine villages, renowned for producing exceptional Chardonnays with remarkable depth and complexity. The village is particularly famous for its rich, golden wines that showcase the classic Burgundian expression of Chardonnay.
What does Meursault wine taste like?▼
Meursault wines are characterized by their rich, golden color and distinctive nutty, buttery character. These Chardonnays display remarkable depth with complex flavors that make them highly sought after by wine enthusiasts worldwide.
What grapes are grown in Meursault?▼
Meursault is primarily known for Chardonnay, which produces the village's celebrated white wines. The appellation focuses almost exclusively on this noble white grape variety that expresses the terroir so beautifully.
How many premier crus does Meursault have?▼
Meursault has 17 Premier Cru vineyards. While the village has no Grand Cru sites, unlike its neighbors Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet, its best Premier Crus produce wines of exceptional quality.
What soil types are found in Meursault?▼
Meursault's vineyards are planted on limestone, marl, and clay-limestone soils. These soil compositions contribute significantly to the distinctive character and mineral complexity of the village's renowned Chardonnay wines.

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