Ballot Millot, Meursault Premier Cru, Genevrieres, Burgundy
Ballot Millot, Meursault Premier Cru, Genevrieres, Burgundy
An introduction to Ballot Millot, Meursault Premier Cru, Genevrieres, Burgundy
Ballot-Millot Genevrières is a pinnacle of Meursault's Genevrières Premier Cru, a vineyard celebrated for its outstanding Chardonnay that embodies the quintessence of Meursault's rich terroir. This wine is a testament to Ballot-Millot's commitment to excellence in both the vineyard and the cellar, capturing the essence of one of Burgundy's most revered terroirs. The old vines of Genevrières, deeply rooted in the limestone and clay soils, yield a wine of unparalleled complexity.
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Understanding Ballot Millot, Meursault Premier Cru, Genevrieres, Burgundy
The cultivation of Ballot-Millot's Genevrières is characterised by a philosophy that promotes terroir expression through sustainable viticulture and a hands-off approach in the cellar. This philosophy ensures that the unique characteristics of the Genevrières terroir are vividly reflected in the wine. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts and ageing in about 25%-new French oak, carefully selected to match the wine's profile, allow the distinctive attributes of the Genevrières Chardonnay to shine. This balanced approach to oak integration complements the wine's intrinsic qualities, enhancing its complexity and depth without masking its natural elegance. Ballot-Millot Genevrières displays ripe orchard fruit, floral notes and pronounced minerality in a creamy palate with precise acidity promising excellent ageing potential.