Jean-Philippe Fichet - Meursault 'Le Tesson' 2023 (750ml) Dolcetto d'Asti

Jean-Philippe Fichet - Meursault 'Le Tesson' 2023 (750ml) Dolcetto d'AstiThe pick of Jean Philippes lieux dits is on the slope and the closest to the best Premiers Crus. At this stage of the tasting, it is always hard to remember that there are no actual Premiers Crus in this Meursault range, such is the quality. The wines hallmark is that it combines a honeyed and slightly tropical side with evident spicy minerality. Drink 2026 2042

lasting lesson learnt was the importance of terroir and the expression of nature’s nuances – a principle clearly evident throughout the modern Chapoutier offerings

Ripe and juicy fruit with fresh herbs and slightly bitter chocolate aromas

balanced by zesty lime acidity and a hint of earthen minerality on the finish

which is completely disguised

For an optimal tasting

Fermented naturally with ambient yeasts in a combination of stainless steel

Such a good entry-level wine: strongly regional

perfect with sashimi

older parcels with higher water retention adapted perfectly to the drought

has about 7% alcohol

Very elegant and enveloping on the palate

including 20 acres of Premiers and Grands Crus