Maison Morey-Blanc
2005 Meursault Premier Cru Genevrieres
Vaunted for its heady aromas, Genevrières is our top Chardonnay from winemaker Pierre Morey. We offer two great vintages: 2010 and 2005. The 2010 vintage requires cellaring; this vintage (2005) is ready to drink now.
The complex, moderately intense nose suggests wet earth, white truffles, earthy minerality, butter, sweet baking spice, cider and something savory. Wonderfully layered, complex, and balanced, the palate shows minerality, orange, lemon, toasted hazelnut, and butterscotch flavors. There’s a lovely creaminess, along with a satisfying weightiness, savory qualities, and an almost chewy texture. Drinking beautifully now!
Food pairing: Poultry and seafood in sauce
Decadent. Apple-laced crême brûlée in a glass. A rich, powerful Chardonnay likely to please those who love a full-bodied white. The plush nose offers caramel, apple, peach and vanilla. Gobs of apple and cream on the palate, with a toasty finish that nevertheless retains some green apple bite. This wine will make you crave lobster.
Food pairing: Lobster
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: | 2005 |
| Maturity: | 2013 |
| Alcohol: | 13.5% |
| Bottle size: | 750ml |
| Color: | White |
| Varietal: | Chardonnay |
| Flavors: | Vanilla, Apple, Hazelnut |
| Body: | Medium-Full |
| Soul: | Decadent |
