Meursault - 1er Cru - Les Genévrières - 2017 - Bernard Bonin - 0,75L

An exceptional Chardonnay capturing the full finesse and depth of Meursault.

📋 Characteristics

Appellation: Meursault 1er Cru AOC
Domaine: Bernard-Bonin
Vintage: 2017
Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Region: Burgundy, France
Ageing: On fine lees in oak barrels, with careful biodynamic vinification
Appearance: Bright golden hue, hinting at remarkable aromatic richness

🥂 Tasting Notes

Nose: Expressive and complex, revealing white-fleshed fruits (pear, peach), elegant white flowers, and subtle hints of hazelnut and fresh butter. Oak ageing adds vanilla and light spice nuances without overshadowing the purity of the Chardonnay.
Palate: Ample and silky, with a creamy texture balanced by vibrant acidity and a lively minerality. Flavours of ripe fruit, fresh butter, and delicate toasted notes unfold harmoniously.
Finish: Long and refined, marked by mineral tension and remarkable persistence, showcasing the noble character of the Genévrières terroir.

🍽 Food Pairings

• 🦞 Lobster, langoustines, seared scallops
• 🐟 Sole meunière, sea bass with beurre blanc
• 🍗 Truffled free-range chicken, veal sweetbreads in cream
• 🧀 36-month Comté, truffled Brie, aged Beaufort

🫗 Serving Advice

Serving temperature: 12–14°C
Decanting: Recommended to enhance its aromatic richness

🗓 Cellaring Potential

With its perfect balance of power and freshness, this Meursault 1er Cru “Les Genévrières” 2017 offers 10 to 15 years of ageing potential. Over time, it will evolve toward more complex notes of dried fruit, honey, and white truffle.

🏰 About the Domaine

Located in Meursault, Domaine Bernard-Bonin is a benchmark for great white Burgundy. Committed to biodynamic practices and natural winemaking, the estate produces wines of exceptional purity, highlighting the minerality and elegance of Chardonnay. “Les Genévrières” is one of Meursault’s most acclaimed climats, yielding wines of remarkable depth and finesse.