Domaine du Château de Meursault : Pommard Village "Clos de la Platière" 2021

A balanced and complex Pommard red wine

The estate

Located in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, in Meursault, Domaine du Château de Meursault is one of Burgundy's most iconic estates. Boasting a century-old history, Château de Meursault is a true gem among the finest Meursault wines, currently owned by the Halley family.

The vineyard

Produced by the estate since the 2018 vintage, the "Clos de la Platière" by Domaine du Château de Meursault is a Pommard Village wine that stems from a 3-hectare vineyard. The vines are located in the middle of the hill and enjoy a south/south-west exposure on clay-limestone soil.

Vinification and ageing

Following the harvest, the grapes are destemmed. Pre-fermentation maceration for 15 to 18 days in vats, followed by fermentation for 5 to 6 days. The wine is aged for 15 months in new barrels (40%) and in second and third fill barrels.

The blend

Pinot Noir (100%).

Domaine du Château de Meursault’s 2021 Pommard Village "Clos de la Platière": Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Nose

The nose gives off intense notes of black fruits.

Palate

Structured and well-balanced, the palate reveals perfectly ripe tannins along with a highly elegant finish.

Food and wine pairing

This Pommard red wine will pair with a leg of lamb confit, a piece of beef, veal grenadine or a fillet of beef served with morel mushrooms.

Cellaring

This Pommard Village "Clos de la Platière" 2021 by Domaine du Château de Meursault can be kept in the cellar until 2033 which will enable it to reveal its full aromatic range.