2017 Meursault Genevrieres
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The 2017 Meursault Les Genevrières 1er Cru is richer on the nose compared to its peers, offering subtle tropical scents (dried pineapple and white peach) and revealing a touch of spice with time. The palate is ripe and candied on the entry, then slightly viscous and powerful. This is more akin to a Les Charmes than a Genevrières, although it maintains compelling focus on the decadent, praline-tinged finish. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune.
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Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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Youthfully reticent aromas of crisp Anjou pear, blanched almonds, Meyer lemon and hints of praline introduce the 2017 Meursault 1er Cru Genevrières, a medium to full-bodied, deep and tensile wine that's impressively concentrated and nicely defined. This confirms its strong showing from barrel; indeed, the wine has gained in tension since I tasted it in December. While it's a little shut down after its recent bottling, it should drink very well with a bit of bottle age.
Stewed apple on the nose followed by a saline savouriness on the palate, with plenty of fruit concentration giving good persistence. Classic, typical, and with the gutsiness to open with time. (RH)
About the producer
Bouchard Père & Fils is one of Burgundy’s oldest and most established wine producers. Founded in 1731 by Michel Bouchard, it is the largest vineyard owner in the Côte d’Or with 130 hectares of vines.