2023 Domaine Latour-Giraud Meursault Cuvée Charles Maxime

Jean Pierre Latour is a quiet man from Meursault who is averse to status and reputations. He makes beautiful wines (powerful white and refined red) that enjoy great international esteem. Grapes have been grown at Domaine Latour-Giraud since 1680, and since 1848, this has taken place in Meursault. Around 1980, the decision was made to bottle the wine themselves and no longer supply merchants. It is still the trend for grape growers in Burgundy to start making their own wine. This is the reason why merchants are increasingly buying up vineyards themselves to maintain their position. The family business is now led by Jean-Pierre Latour, who is assisted by his sister Florence, among others. The estate comprises 10 hectares, of which 80% is for white grapes and 20% for red grapes. The Chardonnay vineyards are almost all located in Meursault within the commune appellation and Premier Cru. The red grapes grow primarily in Premier Cru vineyards in Pommard (Refène) and Volnay (Clos des Chênes). The company enjoys significant international recognition, such as up to 95 points from Robert Parker for one of the white wines.

The Latour-Giraud Meursault Cuvée Charles Maxime is, value for money, a very fine Meursault made by a fantastic, authentic house. In the glass, the Meursault Cuvée Charles Maxime is light yellow to yellowish. On the nose, butter, nuts, apple, and woody spiciness. On the palate, a round opening, creamy yet elegant and with finesse thanks to the minerals and beautiful acidity. Good integration of the wood. In summary, incredible quality for an 'ordinary' Meursault: roundness but also exciting acidity!