Chateau Meursault, Meursault Perrieres Blanc Vintage:2014 The 2017 Clos Apalta is

The 2017 Clos Apalta is the 20th vintage of this wine that was produced with a blend of 48% Carmenere

Helen Masters was named New Zealand Winemaker of the Year by Gourmet Traveller Wine

This is seriously impressive and is a wine that should age for decades and about the only nit is that the 2009 version is perhaps slightly less refined than other recent vintages

This is a classic Nuits that is built-to-age and will need it

The visit was capped off by previews of the 2004 Cristal and the as-yet-unreleased Cristal Rose

Chateau Meursault, Meursault Perrieres Blanc Vintage:2014 The 2017 Clos Apalta is(from a 1. 1 ha parcel). A discreet touch of wood sets off a ripe, fresh and once again completely classic Meursault nose of hazelnut, floral scents and softly spiced pear aromas that include a touch of mineral reduction. The exceptionally rich but also strikingly intense broad shouldered flavors exude both an abundance of dry extract as well as minerality, all wrapped in a classy, focused and beautifully harmonious finish. Excellent. (91 93) 2027+