Domaine Génot-Boulanger – Meursault Premier Cru Bouchères 2015 – Burgundy France

Domaine Génot-Boulanger Meursault Premier Cru Bouchères 2015 is a refined Chardonnay from one of Meursault’s smallest premier cru vineyards. Sourced from a steep, limestone-rich hillside, this wine combines the generosity of Meursault with remarkable tension, freshness, and mineral precision.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Meursault Premier Cru Bouchères, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2015
• Vineyard: 0.61 ha parcel planted in the 1990s
• Terroir: Steep southeast-facing slope with clay-limestone soils and abundant surface stone
• Aging: 12 months in French oak barrels (10–15% new oak), followed by 6 months in stainless steel tank
• Style: Dry, mineral-driven white wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied
• Fruit: Preserved lemon, citrus, orchard fruit
• Savory: Bay leaf, fine herbs, iodine, subtle oak notes
• Structure: Rich texture, vibrant freshness, long mineral finish

The nose immediately evokes great Meursault, with citrus, herbs, and maritime notes layered over discreet oak influence. On the palate, the wine is both tense and sensual, combining generous fruit with balance and refinement. A streak of mineral freshness and subtle bitterness carries the finish, creating a wine of distinction and remarkable gastronomic appeal.

❤️ Why We Love It

• From one of Meursault’s smallest premier cru climats
• Steep limestone-rich terroir brings freshness and precision
• Combines classic Meursault texture with notable tension and elegance

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Turbot, monkfish, or other firm white fish
• Roast chicken, guinea fowl, or festive poultry dishes
• Creamy mushroom preparations and aged cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Fans of classic white Burgundy with depth and minerality
✓ Drinkers who enjoy Meursault with freshness and precision
✕ Not ideal for those seeking heavily oaked or overtly rich Chardonnay