Domaine Darviot-Perrin – Meursault Premier Cru Perrières 2016 – Burgundy France

Domaine Darviot-Perrin Meursault Premier Cru Perrières 2016 is a rare Chardonnay from one of Meursault’s most revered Premier Cru vineyards. Sourced from a tiny parcel planted in 1937 immediately above the heart of Perrières, it combines mineral intensity, depth, and remarkable elegance.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Meursault Premier Cru Perrières, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2016
• Vineyard Area: 0.29 hectares
• Vine Age: Planted in 1937
• Production: Approximately 1,500 bottles annually
• Aging: 12 months in French oak barrels followed by 7 months in tank
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Style: Premier Cru white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Citrus, orchard fruit, preserved lemon
• Savory: Flint, crushed stone, hazelnut
• Structure: Dense texture, vibrant acidity, long mineral finish

Perrières is often considered one of the greatest white wine terroirs in Meursault, and this old-vine parcel captures its distinctive character beautifully. The palate is rich and compact yet remarkably refined, showing layered minerality, silky texture, and the coiled acidity that allows the wine to age gracefully for many years.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Tiny-production Premier Cru from one of Meursault’s most celebrated vineyards
• Old vines planted in 1937 deliver concentration and complexity
• Combines power, finesse, and exceptional mineral precision

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Lobster, turbot, or Dover sole
• Roast chicken with cream and morel mushrooms
• Comté, Beaufort, or aged Gruyère

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of top white Burgundy
✓ Lovers of mineral-driven Chardonnay with aging potential
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, simple, fruit-forward whites