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Meursault 1er Cru Les Genevrières Leroy SA 2018

The wine

This Meursault 1er Cru Les Genevrières epitomises the excellence of Burgundy white wines. Produced from Chardonnay grapes, this wine displays a luminous golden yellow colour of moderate to high intensity.
The bouquet is complex, with aromas of fresh lemon, grapefruit, pear and subtle hints of hazelnuts, complemented by delicate touches of vanilla and toast. On aeration, it develops further notes of fresh butter and white flowers, broadening the olfactory spectrum even more.
The palate is smooth and velvety, with vibrant flavours of crisp citrus, ripe white fruit and a subtle hint of toast. The medium to robust body is perfectly balanced by a refreshing acidity, offering a long, persistent finish where the typical minerality of the great Burgundy terroirs comes to the fore.
This wine expresses outstanding quality, reflecting the craftsmanship of Domaine Leroy. While it can be savoured now, its structure suggests an ageing potential of 5 to 10 years, allowing it to develop further complexity over time. Ideal with shellfish, grilled fish or creamy sauces.

About the Producer Leroy SA

The legendary Leroy house in Auxey-Duresses was created by François Leroy in 1868. At the beginning of the following century, Henri Leroy contributed greatly to making these wines famous, and his daughter, Lalou Bize-Leroy, took over in 1971. Moreover, this icon of Burgundy made itself renowned by buying the Domaine Charles Noëllat to create its own domain. The Leroy family is also co-owner of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti with the Villaine family. The wines of the Leroy house have an exemplary quality. No doubt this is the greatest Burgundy wine. The grapes are meticulously selected; they must come from at least responsibly cultivated vines. The winemaking and maturing are carried out with as much care as in the domain that produces exceptional wines.