Domaine Roux Père & Fils Meursault Les Grands Charrons 2021 is a refined white Burgundy that showcases the elegance of its terroir. This wine offers a harmonious balance of fresh almond aromas, delicate floral notes, and a subtle hint of toast. On the palate, it is precise and full-bodied, delivering beautifully ripe fruit with a fresh, dense texture. Aged for 14 to 16 months in barrels with 15% new oak, it presents a beautifully intense, brilliant gold color.

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Wine: Nestled next to the prestigious terroir of Goutte d’Or, the 2021 white Meursault Les Grands Charrons is an outstanding parcel wine from Meursault that has gained reputation thanks to prestigious domains, notably Domaine Michel Bouzereau, which we follow each year. This 2021 vintage features fresh almond notes, a delicate floral touch, and a finely toasted character that is impeccably managed. The palate is fleshy, precise, and of good density, releasing a fresh juice where the limestone is prominently felt, complemented by subtle oak. A magnificent bottle that will still hold for another decade. A favorite of the Committee, rated 94/100.

Vinification: Harvested by hand. Traditional fermentation and ageing for around 14 to 16 months in barrels (15% new wood).

Color: Beautifully intense, brilliant gold.
Nose: Fresh almond fragrances underlined by floral notes and a hint of toast.
Palate: Precise and full-bodied with beautifully ripe fruit, let yourself be charmed by this favorite, releasing a fresh, dense juice.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 13% ABV
Closure: Natural Cork
Harvest/Vintage: 2021
Oak: Aged for approximately 14–16 months in French oak barrels, with 15% new oak
Varietals: 100% Chardonnay
Farming/Vineyard: Les Grands Charrons, a village-level lieu-dit in Meursault, neighbouring the Premier Cru climat La Goutte d’Or. Its limestone-rich soils contribute freshness, tension and mineral character.
Winemaking: Traditional fermentation followed by ageing in French oak barrels for approximately 14–16 months.
Winemaker/Producer: Domaine Roux Père & Fils; 
Region/Appellation: Meursault, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
Classification: Meursault AOC – Village-level lieu-dit (not Premier Cru)

Serving Temperature: 12–14°C
Decanting: Optional; open 20–30 minutes before serving to allow the aromas to develop
Food Pairing: Lobster, scallops, sole meunière, roast chicken with cream sauce, grilled fish and aged Comté