Meursault
Maison André Goichot 2019
Region: Burgundy / France
Estate: Maison André Goichot
Appellation: Meursault
Vintage: 2019
Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay
Alcohol: 13.5%
In a wine industry dominated by big names and large groups, the Goichot family is happy and proud to be one of Burgundy’s last independent family-run wine merchants. More than a distinction, it reflects a distinctive outlook and way of working.
Preparing for the tasting
Ideal temperature: 12–14°C — about 20 minutes in the fridge or 5 minutes in the freezer
Perfect pairings: oysters, foie gras terrine, stuffed poultry, sole meunière
The tasting
Appearance: This Meursault Les Vireuils is green-gold in colour, tending towards bronze as it ages. Clear and bright, it has silvery highlights.
Aroma: This wine evokes toasted almonds and hazelnuts against a floral, mineral backdrop of flint. Butter, honey and citrus are also present on the nose.
Palate: Rich and full-bodied, with an inviting, lively hazelnut flavour.
The wine in 3 words
Oaky
Floral
