# Meursault-Bouchères Premier Cru (2022)

- **Producer:** Domaine Génot-Boulanger
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Chardonnay
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €168
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 12–14 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, white peach, lemon zest, acacia, hazelnut, honeysuckle, flinty minerality

## About this wine

The Meursault-Bouchères Premier Cru 2022 from Domaine Génot-Boulanger is a 100% Chardonnay from the esteemed Meursault Premier Cru appellation in Burgundy. The wine originates from the Les Bouchères climat, characterized by its steep slope and shallow, rocky limestone soils. The vines, planted in 1990, are farmed using organic and biodynamic practices. The domaine, led by Aude and Guillaume Lavollée, emphasizes minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing the terroir to express itself. The 2022 vintage is noted for its balance and freshness, achieved through careful vineyard management and timely harvesting.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Bouchères' likely comes from an old dialect word for 'bushes,' ironically given to a climat known for its barren, rocky soil.
- Domaine Génot-Boulanger's vines in Les Bouchères were planted in 1990.
- The domaine has been certified organic since 2018.
- The producer owns a small 0.61-hectare plot in this Premier Cru climat.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-full body, creamy texture, and bright acidity make it versatile. The acidity cuts through rich sauces and complements the sweetness of shellfish, while the wine's subtle oak notes and minerality can stand up to richer poultry and veal dishes.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Meursault-Bouchères Premier Cru begins with manual harvesting. Grapes are pressed without sulfur, and the must is settled for 24 hours, retaining most of the lees. Fermentation starts in tanks before the wine is moved to oak barrels for aging. The wine spends 12 months in oak (with limited new oak) without racking, followed by six months in tank before bottling. This method emphasizes minimal intervention to showcase the vineyard's character.