Domaine Roulot’s 2019 Meursault is a quintessential expression of top-tier Burgundian Chardonnay, crafted with precision and finesse. This dry white wine is made entirely from Chardonnay grapes, harvested from some of the finest plots in Meursault, a village renowned for producing some of Burgundy’s most captivating whites. 2019 was a well-balanced vintage, offering both aromatic concentration and freshness, resulting in a wine of impressive clarity and structure. At Domaine Roulot, traditional vinification is still very much respected: grapes are handpicked at optimal ripeness, fermentation takes place using native yeasts, and maturation in French oak barrels (with a moderate proportion of new wood) imparts a subtle toastiness and gentle complexity without overpowering the pure expression of the fruit and minerality.
Meursault lies within the Côte de Beaune, a storied section of Burgundy famed for its white wines. The area benefits from a temperate continental climate, with significant diurnal temperature variation that allows grapes to ripen slowly while preserving acidity. The local terroir is defined by its marl-limestone soils, providing both richness and tension in the wines. Historically, Meursault has been celebrated since the Middle Ages, earning its reputation for producing nuanced, opulent Chardonnay with a signature nuttiness and mineral backbone. The meticulous work of domaines such as Roulot has cemented the village’s standing as a must for lovers of great Burgundy.
For food pairing, this Meursault’s depth and subtle oak notes make it an elegant companion for refined dishes. Classic regional matches include poulet de Bresse in a cream and morel mushroom sauce, or a delicate quenelle de brochet. Its creamy texture and bright acidity are ideal alongside turbot with beurre blanc, lobster, or even simple seared scallops. For cheese, favour aged Comté or Beaufort for a sublime harmony of flavours.
Serve this wine slightly cool but not chilled, ideally at 12–14°C. A brief decanting of 30 minutes will release its complex aromatic profile. Enjoy in good Burgundy stems to fully appreciate its interplay of citrus fruit, hazelnut, and saline minerality.
