France, Burgundy, Meursault, Les Chevalières
White wine – Chardonnay
Price category: Premium Price
Points: 94 – Delicious
Stars: 3 – Slightly overpriced
-> Domaine Jean Monnier et Fils
Chardonnay in a firm style
Meursault from Les Chevalières presents itself with a composed, cool personality where clarity and mineral direction define the overall impression. The wine sits in the firmer end of the village spectrum, shaped by a hillside site that naturally pulls the style toward precision rather than weight. It feels calm, structured and clean in its expression, offering a version of Meursault that leans into freshness rather than richness.
For those who prefer cool Burgundy
This suits anyone who enjoys Meursault with freshness as the guiding thread. It works beautifully with fish, shellfish and dishes with creamy textures, where its firm structure creates a clear counterbalance. It fits naturally into autumn and winter cooking, bringing a bright lift to deeper flavours.
Aromas, colour and texture in balance
Aromas of citrus, hazelnut and stone fruit appear clearly, supported by a pale golden colour. The palate is firm and mineral with cool acidity that keeps the expression sharp. A touch of butter adds familiarity without shifting the style. The texture is clean and focused, giving a classic feel for a Meursault in the cooler, more structured direction.
Les Chevalières and its hillside identity
Les Chevalières sits high in Meursault, and that position creates a style that is cooler and more linear than many of the fuller village wines. The chalky, stony and well‑drained soils produce a clean fruit profile where freshness and mineral tension stand at the centre. The vineyard explains why this wine carries such a firm and elegant personality, distinct from the rounder expressions found elsewhere in the village.
Jean Monnier & Fils and the traditional approach
Jean Monnier & Fils works with a calm, traditional Burgundy style. Harvesting combines manual and mechanical work, and fermentation follows classic methods. Ageing in French oak adds gentle support without overshadowing the fruit. The philosophy is straightforward: Meursault should balance fullness with mineral clarity, and that intention is evident throughout this cuvée.
Chardonnay in the cooler end of the spectrum
Chardonnay from Meursault can range from broad to firm, and this sits clearly in the cooler camp. Citrus and stone fruit provide freshness, while hazelnut and a light buttery note add recognisable character. The combination creates a wine that feels classic in structure without leaning into heavy richness.
Ageing and style with restraint
French oak is used with a light touch, allowing the fruit to remain the focal point. The barrels add subtle rounding, but the style stays clean and focused. The 2022 vintage supports this direction with its cool, straightforward character.
A focused Meursault with cool energy and a high price
The wine leaves an impression of firm, mineral Meursault with cool elegance and clear direction. Quality is evident, yet the price sits at the upper end, making it a wine for those who actively seek this cooler style and are comfortable with the premium level it occupies.
