2017 Meursault, Les Gruyaches, Jean-Philippe Fichet, Burgundy
- White
- Dry
- Medium Bodied
- Chardonnay
For laying down
- William Kelley
- 90-92/100
Product: 20171068414
Description
The old vines here ensure that this is a remarkably consistent wine which retains its character almost regardless of the vintage conditions. The nose is rich, exuberant and spicy with plenty of ripe fruit which follows through on the palate. Don’t be fooled though, there is also a stinging acidity which maintains the balance. An outstanding, concentrated wine. Drink 2022-2028.
Jean-Philippe explained how he and his vineyard team had to work extremely hard in the aftermath of the 2016 frost, managing the vines to make sure that the following year’s growth would not be compromised. Meticulous marathonrunner Jean-Philippe is just the man for such an arduous task. He is delighted with the results, explaining that quality is excellent and the yield was neither too big, nor too small. These wines are as reliably fresh and precise as you would expect, with each vineyard’s character shining through.
Jean-Philippe explained how he and his vineyard team had to work extremely hard in the aftermath of the 2016 frost, managing the vines to make sure that the following year’s growth would not be compromised. Meticulous marathonrunner Jean-Philippe is just the man for such an arduous task. He is delighted with the results, explaining that quality is excellent and the yield was neither too big, nor too small. These wines are as reliably fresh and precise as you would expect, with each vineyard’s character shining through.
Colour White
Sweetness Dry
Vintage 2017
Alcohol % 13.5
Maturity For laying down
Grape List Chardonnay
Body Medium Bodied
Producer Jean-Philippe Fichet
Critics reviews
William Kelley 90-92/100
From a lieu-dit that touches premier cru Charmes, the 2017 Meursault Les Gruyaches exhibits lovely aromas of pear, iodine, Meyer lemon and white flowers. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, deep and satiny, with excellent old vine concentration, chalky dry extract and a long, mouthwatering finish.William Kelley - 04/01/2019
About this wine
Chardonnay
Chardonnay is often seen as the king of white wine grapes and one of the most widely planted in the world It is suited to a wide variety of soils, though it excels in soils with a high limestone content as found in Champagne, Chablis, and the Côte D`Or. Burgundy is Chardonnay's spiritual home and the best White Burgundies are dry, rich, honeyed wines with marvellous poise, elegance and balance. They are unquestionably the finest dry white wines in the world. Chardonnay plays a crucial role in the Champagne blend, providing structure and finesse, and is the sole grape in Blanc de Blancs.
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Jean-Philippe Fichet
Jean-Philippe Fichet made his first vintage in 1981. After a few challenges, he settled into his current – and rather splendid – cellars at Creux du Coche, by the Hôpital de Meursault. About Jean-Philippe Fichet Over the years, Jean-Philippe has built up an array of Meursaults, all from lieux-dits. He has no Premiers or Grands Crus in the village, though there’s a small parcel of Premier Cru Referts in Puligny. In the vineyard Jean-Philippe is very much a vigneron; it’s the time in the vineyard that counts. He believes that soil health is critical, and for 15 years he’s been making and applying his own compost to his vineyards.
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