Thierry Pillot Meursault 'Les Charmes' Premier Cru 2019
4.7
HK$1,250
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character Thierry Pillot Meursault ‘Les Charmes’ Premier Cru 2019 is a beautifully detailed white Burgundy from one of Meursault’s most seductive climats, offering a refined expression of Chardonnay that marries generosity with precision. The 2019 vintage in Burgundy was warm, sunny and relatively dry, a highly regarded year that produced ripe, concentrated fruit while retaining fresh acidity, giving wines both depth and energy.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing In the glass, this Meursault Premier Cru opens with ripe lemon, pear, white peach and apple, layered with blossom and a touch of citrus zest; on the palate it is medium-full in body yet finely etched, with creamy lees texture, buttered brioche, toasted hazelnut and vanilla supported by medium-high acidity. Subtle honey, almond, dried flowers, light smoke and a gentle flinty minerality emerge toward the long, elegant finish, suggesting excellent ageing potential. This is a superb partner for dishes such as butter-poached lobster, roasted turbot, veal in a light cream sauce, or a simple roast chicken with thyme, and it also works beautifully with Comté or aged Gruyère.
Winery Background Based in Chassagne-Montrachet, Thierry Pillot has become a highly respected name for precise, terroir-driven white Burgundy, with a particular focus on revealing the individuality of each premier cru site. Working extensively with older vines and practicing sustainable viticulture, the domaine emphasizes meticulous work in the vineyard, moderate yields and carefully judged picking dates to capture freshness and detail. In the cellar, Thierry Pillot favors thoughtful, balanced use of oak and careful élevage on lees, aiming to let the character of climats such as Meursault Les Charmes speak clearly rather than being overshadowed by heavy winemaking. His steady refinement of the family estate has made these limited-production bottlings sought after in the Côte de Beaune by drinkers who prize tension, finesse and mineral complexity.