Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Domaine Roulot
Label Name:
 
Meursault Luchets
Vintage:
 
2005
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Meursault, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Method:
 
Barrel-fermented Chardonnay with lees aging and bâtonnage, partial malolactic fermentation and élevage in French oak (approx. 20% new) for ~11–18 months; traditional Burgundian winemaking.
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-12
Tasting Note:
 
Citrus and white peach with hazelnut/toasted-almond notes, a stony mineral core, subtle vanilla/oak and saline lift. Medium-plus body, bright acidity and a long, cream-tinged finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: lobster with drawn butter, seared scallops, roast chicken, mushroom risotto, creamy pasta. Asian: miso‑glazed cod, steamed ginger‑scallion fish, tempura, sushi (salmon/toro), mild Thai or Chinese dishes with umami.
Vineyard Info:
 
Domaine Roulot, family domaine run by Jean‑Marc Roulot since 1989; founded early 19th century. Les Luchets is a Meursault lieu‑dit (≈1.03 ha) within the domaine’s holdings.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Positive reviews from Burgundy critics — Burghound (Jul 2008) praised its exotic fruit, toasted oak framing and intense finish. Luchets vintages commonly receive ~88–92 points from critics (Burghound, Vinous, Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate) depending on year