Maison Morey-Blanc
2009 Meursault Premier Cru Charmes
Born on a gentle slope in the largest Meursault Premier Cru lieu-dit, this Chardonnay Premier cru evokes the most delicate lacework. Yet for all its tenderness and subtlety, it will keep years in the cellar.
A pretty, pale gold in the glass with a richness on the nose that immediately grabs attention—a nose suggestive of honey and almonds but also with dusky floral notes and, later, apples and the heady perfume of honeysuckle. Then, quite startlingly, the wine is redolent of dried figs. Rich, highly extracted, and comparatively high in alcohol (13.5%). As impactful on the palate as it is on the nose, with caramel and figs again, and a seductive, extended finish with resiny grip. A wine for the hedonist. Delicious already, but still evolving.
The Creator of This Wine
Maison Morey-Blanc
Best known as the acclaimed winemaker of Domaine Leflaive, Pierre Morey now runs his négociant-éleveur opération, Maison Morey-Blanc, along with his own family domaine, Domaine Pierre Morey, with his daughter Anne. Pierre Morey is considered one of the finest white winemakers in Burgundy, a distinction he has earned from applying his considerable flair to some of the best climats in and around his native Meursault. Maison Morey-Blanc adds 5 grands crus and 12 premiers crus in both red and white wines to the Morey wine list.
| Producer: | Maison Morey-Blanc |
| Region: | Burgundy |
| Year: | 2009 |
| Maturity: | 2013-2020 |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Bottle size: | 750ml |
| Color: | White |
| Varietal: | Chardonnay |
| Flavors: | Honey, Almond, Fig |
| Body: | Medium |
| Soul: | Powerful |
