Tag : Meursault

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Meursault and the “demigods” of Burgundy

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by Vinogodi0
There is an unwritten hierarchy in Burgundy: that of producers who transcend official classifications. In Meursault-and not only in Meursault-some names have achieved an almost mythological status for rarity, technical precision and expressive depth. Coche-Dury and Domaine Leroy represent the...
Territories and wines

Meursault 1er Cru Les Perrières: the missed grand cru

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by Vinogodi0
Les Perrières is the Premier Cru of Meursault that has always lived a misunderstanding: classified 1er Cru, but considered by market and critics a true Grand Cru. Limestone and pebbly soils, limited extension and legendary longevity make it a cru...
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Meursault between classifications, terroir and great vignerons

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by Vinogodi0
In Meursault the official classification is simple: there are no Grand Cru and the quality pyramid is divided between Bourgogne, Villages and Premier Cru. But in reality the “truest” hierarchy is constructed by the vignerons, thanks to their ability to...