2013 Meursault Charmes
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Tasting notes
Pale straw-yellow. Slightly musky aromas and flavors of pear, mint, menthol and spicy oak. Offers decent energy in the mouth but not quite the texture or ripeness I expect from a premier cru. The element of spicy oak carries through on the palate. A touch sour on the moderately persistent finish.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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The 2013 Meursault 1er Cru Charmes has a pleasant, slightly gravelly bouquet that is well defined. The palate is clean and fresh with dried pineapple and grapefruit notes, a keen thread of acidity and a nicely poised finish. Yes, maybe on the conservative side, but this is nicely crafted.
‘We have 10 barriques – I’m so happy’, says Nicolas. Fine and fresh. Still very young and tight. (JR)
About the producer
Nicolas Potel is one of Burgundy’s most talented and connected winemakers. He created Maison Roche de Bellene, the négoce arm of Domaine de Bellene, in 2008, using his extensive network in the region to source top-quality fruit for an "haute couture" négociant operation.