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2017 Château de la Crée Meursault Les Tillets

The 2017 Meursault Les Tillets Chardonnay is a beautifully crafted white Burgundy that showcases the richness and complexity of the Meursault terroir. In the glass, it presents a radiant golden hue. The nose is captivating with aromas of toasted hazelnuts and almonds mingling with delicate daisy aromas. On the palate, the wine bursts with vibrant white peaches and ripe apricots. Its luxurious texture is balanced by a lively acidity that cuts through the richness, offering a refreshing, clean finish. The harmonious interplay between the nutty undertones, floral notes, and stone fruit creates an elegant wine with both finesse and depth. A true expression of Meursault’s character.

Technical Details

Vintage: 2017
Varietal: Chardonnay

HARVEST DATE

9/26/21
BOTTLING DATE

8/15/22
BARREL AGING

14 MONTHS, 20.5% NEW OAK

Meursault

In Meursault, where the hard Comblanchian limestone resurfaces, the transition from red to white wines is symbollic, with Chardonnay excelling like nowhere else in the Côte de Beaune. The village streets are lined with quaint houses of vineyard workers amidst stunning stone architecture, including the fairy-like church tower. Dating back to 1098, the monks of Citeaux first planted vines in the excellent soils here, now predominantly yielding white wines since the appellation's establishment in 1937. Meursault's vinicultural evolution from Pinot Noir to Chardonnay in the mid-20th century has solidified its reputation alongside Puligny and Chassagne, with optimal vineyard sites boasting Jurassic marls and marly limestone soils at heights of 260 meters, complemented by exposures ranging from east to south.