Domaine Henri Germain & Fils – Meursault Premier Cru Perrières 2017 – Burgundy France

Domaine Henri Germain & Fils Meursault Premier Cru Perrières 2017 is a benchmark Chardonnay from one of Meursault’s most revered Premier Cru vineyards. Produced from a tiny old-vine parcel rooted in thin limestone soils, it combines power, elegance, and remarkable mineral precision.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Meursault Premier Cru Perrières, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2017
• Vineyard Area: 0.16 hectares
• Vines: Planted in the 1950s
• Soils: Very thin, rocky limestone soils
• Elevation: 270 meters
• Exposure: Southeast
• Aging: 22 months in French oak barrels (20–30% new oak)
• Farming: Organic farming practices with biodynamic principles
• Style: Premier Cru white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Lemon zest, yellow apple, white peach
• Savory: Flint, crushed stone, hazelnut
• Structure: Dense, focused, mineral-driven, and exceptionally long

Often considered among the finest terroirs in Meursault, Perrières is renowned for producing wines of remarkable tension and longevity. Henri Germain’s old-vine parcel delivers concentration and depth while preserving the crystalline mineral character that defines the vineyard. Long, slow fermentations and extended aging build complexity without sacrificing precision.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Tiny-production Premier Cru from one of Meursault’s most celebrated sites
• Old vines planted in the 1950s contribute depth and complexity
• A compelling combination of richness, finesse, and limestone-driven precision

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

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

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of top white Burgundy
✓ Lovers of mineral-driven Chardonnay with long aging potential
✓ Drinkers seeking one of Meursault’s most iconic Premier Cru expressions
✕ Not ideal if you prefer simple, fruit-forward white wines