Meursault is a well-known wine region in Burgundy in France. Meursault is part of the Côte de Beaune district and is known for producing some of the most sought-after white wines in the area.
To achieve the Meursault classification, a wine must meet the following requirements:
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Geography: The wine must be made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Meursault area.
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Vinification: The wine must be produced in accordance with the traditional methods of the local wine producers.
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Alcohol: The wine must meet a minimum standard for alcohol percentage and sweetness.
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Control: The wine must achieve a certain minimum quality assessed by an expert committee before it can be classified as Meursault.
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Storage: After production, the wine must be stored for a certain period before it can be sold with the Meursault classification.
Meursault wines are known for their complex flavors with notes of citrus, hazelnut, butter and mineral notes. They are also known for their smooth and well-balanced style and tend to develop tastefully with age.
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