Buisson Charles Bourgogne Blanc 2023
This exceptional white wine originates from the heart of the Côte de Beaune in Burgundy, produced by Domaine Buisson-Charles. Based in the prestigious village of Meursault, this estate is currently managed by Catherine Buisson and her husband Patrick Essa (a renowned wine critic turned vigneron), alongside their son Louis. While labeled as a regional "Bourgogne Blanc," this wine is widely regarded as a "Baby Meursault" by insiders. It is typically sourced from a specific plot called "Les Coutures"—and often labeled as "Hautes Coutures"—which sits just across the road from the official Meursault appellation boundary. The vines here are quite old (many between 40 and 60 years), and the winemaking philosophy is identical to that of the estate's Premier Crus: sustainable farming, low yields, and a lack of dogmatism regarding harvest dates, aiming always for the intersection of freshness and phenolic maturity.
Wine Description
Buisson-Charles Bourgogne Blanc displays a bright, glistening straw-gold colour. The nose is remarkably complex for its category, offering a bouquet that clearly hints at its Meursault pedigree: notes of lemon zest, fresh white peach, and acacia flowers are grounded by a distinct aroma of fresh hazelnut and warm brioche. On the palate, the wine is generous and fleshy, showcasing the estate's signature texture and weight. It balances ripe fruit density with a saline, stony minerality that provides tension and length. This 100% Chardonnay typically has an ABV of 13% and is aged for 12 to 15 months in French oak barrels (with a very low percentage of new oak, usually around 0–10%, to preserve purity). It finishes with a crisp, savory snap that invites the next sip.
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This exceptional white wine originates from the heart of the Côte de Beaune in Burgundy, produced by Domaine Buisson-Charles. Based in the prestigious village of Meursault, this estate is currently managed by Catherine Buisson and her husband Patrick Essa (a renowned wine critic turned vigneron), alongside their son Louis. While labeled as a regional "Bourgogne Blanc," this wine is widely regarded as a "Baby Meursault" by insiders. It is typically sourced from a specific plot called "Les Coutures"—and often labeled as "Hautes Coutures"—which sits just across the road from the official Meursault appellation boundary. The vines here are quite old (many between 40 and 60 years), and the winemaking philosophy is identical to that of the estate's Premier Crus: sustainable farming, low yields, and a lack of dogmatism regarding harvest dates, aiming always for the intersection of freshness and phenolic maturity.
Wine Description
Buisson-Charles Bourgogne Blanc displays a bright, glistening straw-gold colour. The nose is remarkably complex for its category, offering a bouquet that clearly hints at its Meursault pedigree: notes of lemon zest, fresh white peach, and acacia flowers are grounded by a distinct aroma of fresh hazelnut and warm brioche. On the palate, the wine is generous and fleshy, showcasing the estate's signature texture and weight. It balances ripe fruit density with a saline, stony minerality that provides tension and length. This 100% Chardonnay typically has an ABV of 13% and is aged for 12 to 15 months in French oak barrels (with a very low percentage of new oak, usually around 0–10%, to preserve purity). It finishes with a crisp, savory snap that invites the next sip.
