Meursault AOC 1er Cru Perrières 2022 Domaine Jacques Prieur

What type of wine is it

Meursault Premier Cru Perrières by Domaine Jacques Prieur is a dry white from Chardonnay originating from the commune of Meursault, in Côte de Beaune. It displays an elegant structure and pronounced minerality, with a precise and energetic progression on the palate. Vinification and ageing in oak barrels enrich the aromatic profile and preserve freshness and definition. The palate reveals citrus fruits, chalk, and a persistent finish, also suitable for further evolution in the bottle.

Where it comes from

This wine comes from Burgundy, in the Meursault appellation, in the Premier Cru Perrières climat, among the best known for Chardonnay. The 0.28-hectare vineyard sits on well-drained slopes with limestone soils rich in stones, imparting a mineral character. The continental climate with pronounced temperature fluctuations ensures slow ripening and preservation of acidity, while altitude and exposure support drive and balance.

How it is produced

The Chardonnay grapes are harvested and pressed in whole bunches to obtain a pure and delicate must. After about 36 hours of static clarification at a controlled temperature, the must ferments in oak barrels. The wine then spends about 21 months ageing in the same barrels. This process develops aromatic complexity and structure, preserves fruit definition and freshness, and does not mask the varietal character.

Tasting notes

Straw yellow with golden reflections. The nose is both complex and clear, with ripe citrus fruits, chalk, flint, and hints of anise. The palate is energetic and flavoursome, sustained by freshness and sapidity, with a full yet smooth texture. The finish is long, with mineral and citrus returns, leaving a dry and persistent sensation.

Food pairings

It pairs with seafood-based first courses, even smoked, thanks to its structure and savoury component. It works well with seafood risotto, linguine with clams, baked or pan-fried fish. In French cuisine, it matches with coquilles Saint-Jacques and sole meunière, where butter and iodine are balanced by the wine’s tension. It also suits soft cheeses that are not overly aged.

When to serve it

Recommended for seafood dinners or important lunches, especially with rich, sauced or smoked dishes. Serve at 11–12 °C in a large glass. Brief aeration in a carafe helps reveal its mineral and spicy notes. The wine is immediately enjoyable for its energy and precision and has good ageing potential, maintaining balance and vibrancy when kept cool and in the dark.