Category: | White Wines |
Sub-Category: | White Wines |
Producer: | Domaine Roulot |
Label Name: | Meursault Meix-Chavaux |
Vintage: | 2022 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Meursault, Côtes de Beaune, Burgundy |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 13% |
Grape(s): | Chardonnay |
Acidity: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 12-14°C |
Awards/Ratings
Decanter 94 (Charles Curtis); Vinous (Neal Martin) 92–94; Jasper Morris 90–93; Wine Advocate (William Kelley) 90–92; multiple merchant reviews list 90–94 point ranges (2024–2025 reviews)
Tasting Note
Aromas of white flowers, citrus, green apple, apricot and lemongrass. Medium–full, waxy texture with bright acidity, saline minerality and a persistent, lightly spiced finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast chicken, lobster with beurre blanc, scallops, creamy mushroom risotto, rich fish in butter sauce, soft cheeses (Brie). Asian: miso‑glazed black cod, Cantonese steamed fish, tempura prawns, sushi (salmon/toro), steamed dumplings.
Production Method
Hand‑harvested Chardonnay; gentle pneumatic pressing, fermentation in French oak and stainless, about 20% new oak; extended lees contact and 12–18 months élevage before bottling.
Vineyard Info
Domaine Roulot (c.15 ha) is a leading Meursault producer, bottling several lieux-dits. Founded by Guy Roulot, now led by Jean‑Marc; estate uses low-intervention and is certified organic.