Château de Meursault almost always produces powerful wines. That fact plus the ripe 2003 vinatge has yielded a huge premier cru. White stone fruits dominate, but the toast isn’t far behind. Has good structure, too, promising development over 5 years. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.
— R.V.
(9/1/2005)
Packed tannins support layers of dark, ripe fruit in this powerfully dry wine. With its dense fruit and herbal flavor this is a fine, solid wine that should age well. The Cent Vignes “Hundred Vines” vineyard is reputed for its heady wines, and this is no exception. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.
— R.V.
(9/1/2005)
A blend of fruit sourced from Les Charmes and Les Perrieres, Château de Meursault’s top Meursault starts off with a whack of new wood on the nose, then turns to buttered apples on the palate. It’s plump but firms up on the finish, sporting a mineral tang and hints of anise.
— W.E.
(4/1/2003)
This wine comes from the walled vineyard in front of Patriarche’s Château de Meursault. Although it is simply Bourgogne Blanc, it is treated as a showpiece vineyard. That explains the richness, the weight and the layers of well-judged new wood. This is as ripe as many Meursaults but will develop more quickly. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.
— R.V.
(9/1/2005)
Dried spices, leather and toast add complexity to the black cherry fruit. The flavors are slightly tarry and roasted; sturdy yet spicy. Best of all, the mouthfeel is lush and enveloping.
— W.E.
(4/1/2003)
Red, juicy fruit merges with some dry tannins in this structured wine. The wine is dry, with some herbal character. At this stage, it is very closed up, and needs at least 3-4 years before the fruit really comes through. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.
— R.V.
(9/1/2005)
A rich and ripe, but very soft wine. For lovers of ripe New World Chardonnay, this is a treat. Lovers of white Burgundy, though, may feel that there is something missing. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.
— R.V.
(9/1/2005)