Domaine Henri Boillot - Meursault - 1er Cru Les Genevrieres 2024
The Domaine Henri Boillot is one of the major references of Meursault and the Côte de Beaune, recognized for the extreme precision of its whites and the very pure reading of the great Burgundian terroirs. Located in Meursault, the domaine relies on a long family tradition and top-level technical requirements, both in the vineyard and in the cellar. The parcels are planted on high-quality clay-limestone soils, worked with reasoned viticulture, controlled yields, and a high density favoring concentration and finesse. Henri Boillot is unanimously praised for the accuracy of his élevages, always serving the energy and minerality of the terroir. The domaine's wines regularly rank among the most sought-after of the appellation.
The Meursault 1er Cru Les Genevrières 2024 comes from one of the most prestigious climats of Meursault, reputed for producing wines of great elegance, combining controlled power and mineral depth. Made exclusively from Chardonnay, this premier cru rests on a clay-limestone soil perfectly suited to the expression of the grape variety. The high planting density, around 10,000 vines per hectare, encourages natural competition between vines and great aromatic precision. The controlled yield, close to 45 hl/ha, preserves concentration and balance. The 2024 vintage, marked by progressive ripening, fits a tight, precise, and energetic style, faithful to the identity of the climat. The élevage is conducted with rigor, combining 50% new 350-liter barrels and 50% 350-liter barrels of one wine, to bring complexity and structure without masking the purity of the terroir.
On the palate, Les Genevrières stands out for a refined and vibrant expression of Meursault Chardonnay. The nose opens with white flowers, fine citrus, and delicately spicy nuances. The mouth is both delicate and intense, with a pure attack, a progressive build-up, and a finish marked by great minerality. The acidic framework brings energy and length, giving the wine a remarkable sensation of vibration and depth. This Meursault 1er Cru will ideally accompany noble fish, shellfish, poultry in sauce, or refined gastronomy. It has excellent aging potential, capable of evolving harmoniously over many years.
Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay
