Bouchard Père & Fils – Meursault Premier Cru Genevrières 2018 – Burgundy France

Bouchard Père & Fils Meursault Premier Cru Genevrières 2018 is a Chardonnay from one of Meursault’s most prestigious Premier Cru vineyards. Combining ripe fruit, mineral precision, and remarkable elegance, it highlights the finesse and detail that make Genevrières one of Burgundy’s most sought-after white wine terroirs.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Meursault Premier Cru Genevrières, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2018
• Vineyard Area: 2.65 hectares
• Vineyard: Two parcels including an old-vine hillside parcel and a stony parcel contributing freshness and minerality
• Aging: Approximately 11 months in French oak (10–15% new oak)
• Style: Premier Cru white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied
• Fruit: Pear, peach, citrus, cooked apple
• Savory: Fresh pastry, exotic tea, wet stone
• Structure: Elegant, succulent, mineral, and persistent

The 2018 vintage delivered ripe, healthy fruit and exceptional quality across the Côte de Beaune. Bouchard’s Genevrières balances generosity with precision, offering layers of orchard fruit, citrus oils, mineral freshness, and a long saline finish. Despite the richness of the vintage, the wine retains the refinement and detail that distinguish great Genevrières.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Premier Cru fruit from one of Meursault’s most revered vineyards
• Combines richness and generosity with freshness and precision
• Widely praised by leading Burgundy critics for its balance and finesse

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Lobster, scallops, or roasted turbot
• Roast chicken with cream sauce and mushrooms
• Comté, Beaufort, or aged Gruyère

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of classic white Burgundy
✓ Collectors of Premier Cru Meursault
✓ Drinkers seeking elegance, depth, and minerality
✕ Not ideal if you prefer heavily oaked or tropical-style Chardonnay

93/100 – James Suckling

92/100 – Burghound (Outstanding)

92/100 – Wine Advocate

92–94/100 – Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy