Wines Meursault Ballot-Millot & Fils - 2022

Meursault Ballot-Millot & Fils 2022 is a splendid example of white Burgundy, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. The vintage 2022 benefited from a favourable growing season that brought both ripeness and aromatic complexity to the fruit. The Ballot-Millot domaine, a family-run estate with a long-established reputation, is especially known for its precise and elegant vinifications. In this Meursault, you can expect a bouquet of white flowers, ripe stone fruit such as peach and apricot, and subtle nuances of toasted hazelnut and fresh brioche, all supported by a lively mineral thread. Maturation in oak barrels, typically 15-20% new, imparts well-integrated notes of vanilla and sweet spice without overshadowing the terroir’s inherent freshness.

Meursault is one of the most celebrated appellations in the Côte de Beaune, famed for its distinctive, full-bodied white wines with remarkable depth and finesse. The soils here are a mosaic of marl and limestone, providing perfect drainage and imparting the wines with their characteristic minerality. The region benefits from a semi-continental climate, with warm summers and just enough rainfall, resulting in wines that balance richness with vibrant acidity. The history of vineyard cultivation here stretches back to the monks of the Middle Ages, and Ballot-Millot is among those estates preserving this long tradition while embracing modern precision.

Pairing this Meursault 2022 calls for cuisine that will complement its opulent mouthfeel and subtle oak character. Classic Bourgogne matches include lobster in beurre blanc, scallops served with a silky cauliflower purée, or poultry in a creamy mushroom sauce. For local flair, consider a traditional Bresse chicken with morels or a quenelle de brochet, both echoing the wine’s creamy texture and vibrant acidity.

For serving, decanting the Meursault Ballot-Millot & Fils 2022 for thirty minutes will allow its complex aromas to unfurl. Serve it at a temperature of 11-13°C to appreciate its layered bouquet and lingering mineral finish at its very best.