2017 Meursault Les Clous
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Tasted from bottle, the 2017 Meursault Les Clous confirms its strong showing from barrel, exhibiting aromas of crisp Anjou pear, dried white flowers, beeswax and blanched almonds. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, with excellent tension and depth at the core and an elegantly chalky finish. While it's a little shut down after its recent bottling, its quality is not in doubt.
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Neal Martin
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The 2017 Meursault Les Clous comes from 8.5-hectare parcel, a substantial plot. It has a light, stony bouquet that just needs to reflect more of the appellation’s characteristics - more nuttiness, please! The palate is crisp and fresh on the entry, offering citrus peel and lime and a touch of spice toward the linear, moderately long finish.
This has an attractive fusion of yellow grapefruit and lemon with white nectarines. The palate has great focus and freshness with ripe citrus fruit and white peaches. Drink in the next six to eight years.
Pale, bright yellow. Pure but reticent aromas of white peach and lemon zest, with hints of menthol and white pepper. On the lean side but fresh, conveying an impression of delicacy to its flavors of lime blossom and white flowers. Finishes saline and persistent.
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.