MEURSAULT PREMIER CRU
LE PORUSOT 2011
MEURSAULT PREMIER CRU
LE PORUSOT 2011
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Varietal
Tasting notes
Nose: refined and powerful, mineral, with hints of white flowers.
Palate: following a bold attack, the palate opens up to buttery flavours and toasted notes. A nice finish on flinty notes.
Food and wine pairing
Serve and enjoy with delicate fish (perch with a creamy sauce) or white meats, poultry, grilled lobster, crayfish, gambas, blue cheeses and foie gras !
Serving suggestions
Ageing potential
Origins
This village appellation from the Côte de Beaune,marks along with Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault one tip of the Golden Triangle. This area produces one of the most famous white wines in Burgundy, which represent about 2/3 of the total production. Meursault takes its name from the village of Meursault. The vineyards extend over 396 hectares of which 96% produce white wine and 27% are ranked as Premier Cru.
The Premier Cru “Le Porusot” covers about 10 hectares and enjoys a south-eastern exposure, which is perfect for a maximum amount of sunlight. There is an abundance of white marl which is ideal for this grape variety. The name "Porusot" comes from the very nature of the soil; indeed, the word is a regional way of naming a place covered with rocks. It is the diminutive of Porroux which finds its origin in the latin word "Petrosa" (stony place).
The Premier Cru “Le Porusot” covers about 10 hectares and enjoys a south-eastern exposure, which is perfect for a maximum amount of sunlight. There is an abundance of white marl which is ideal for this grape variety. The name "Porusot" comes from the very nature of the soil; indeed, the word is a regional way of naming a place covered with rocks. It is the diminutive of Porroux which finds its origin in the latin word "Petrosa" (stony place).
Vinification and maturing
Fermented in wooden vats and matured in oak barrels for 12 months (30% new oak).
Vintage : 2011
The year experienced unusual weather patterns which led to a very early harvest. In fact, the unpredictable conditions were sometimes quite extreme : a superb dry Springtime, a rainy Summer followed by a beautiful Autumn - which led to this crucial early harvest date. White 2011 Burgundies have a fine acidity and also are showing great complexity and finesse of aroma.