Jacques Prieur Meursault Les Perrieres 1er Cru 2019 750ml

Burghound.com, Jun 10, 2021
Once again there is a touch of mineral reduction to the more elegant aromas of green apple, white flower and citrus peel, all of which is trimmed in discreet wood influence. The racy and almost painfully intense middle weight flavors brim with minerality on the lingering finish where the wood telegraphed by the nose reappears. This balanced and youthfully austere effort should drink relatively well on the younger side, at least for Perrières.

"You can never totally possess a wine estate. You can only be a steward and caretaker of something to pass on to future generations".
This quote is particularly true of Jacques Prieur, and the Domaine's history, its wines, and the families that have owned it are the perfect illustration of Burgundy's timeless character.
The Domaine's strong point is to bring together under one name a selection of wines from the most prestigious terroirs in Burgundy. From Le Montrachet to Le Chambertin, by way of Le Corton, Les Echézeaux, and Le Musigny, the Domaine owns vineyards in some 22 appellations, including the most mythical in the Côte d'Or.
Consisting entirely of Grands Crus and Premiers Crus (except for Clos de Mazeray in Meursault, an exclusivity), the Domaine produces famous white and red wines.
However, even the most superb terroir is nothing without experienced, passionate men and women to make the most of it. Since 1870, the families in charge of the Domaine have given priority to providing the utmost care and attention to their vines in order to preserve the soil and provide a fine environment to the vines, all viticultural practices are either sustainable or organic...

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