Jean-Philippe Fichet – Meursault Les Chevalières 2018 – Burgundy France

Jean-Philippe Fichet Meursault Les Chevalières 2018 is a precise, mineral-driven Chardonnay from one of Meursault’s most admired village lieux-dits. The site’s shallow, stony soils and northeast exposure give the wine a fine, fresh profile that gains breadth, fruit richness, and savory depth through the finish.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Meursault, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2018
• Vineyard: Les Chevalières, a village-level lieu-dit in Meursault
• Vineyard Profile: Northeast-facing, moderately sloped parcels with shallow, stony soils
• Aging: Barrel élevage; cuvée references describe aging in 600L demi-muids and 228L Burgundy barrels
• Alcohol: 13% ABV
• Serving Temperature: About 10°C / 50°F
• Style: Dry, mineral, elegant white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium-bodied, silky and refined
• Fruit: Citrus, white orchard fruit, touches of ripe stone fruit
• Floral: White flowers with a subtle vanilla nuance
• Savory: Light toasted and honeyed notes with age
• Minerality: Chalky, saline and finely structured
• Finish: Fresh and precise at first, broadening into a long, layered finish

Les Chevalières is one of the domaine’s most distinctive Meursault lieux-dits. The 2018 combines the vintage’s generosity with the site’s naturally fine-boned mineral character, giving a wine that feels both polished and energetic rather than heavy.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A highly regarded Meursault lieu-dit from a precision-focused producer
• Combines freshness and minerality with the richness expected from mature Meursault
• A strong choice for collectors who want serious white Burgundy without relying on Premier Cru labeling

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast chicken with herbs
• Seared scallops or lobster
• Trout with almonds
• Mushroom or cream-based dishes
• Comté, Gruyère, or aged chèvre

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ White Burgundy drinkers who value minerality and precision
✓ Meursault lovers looking for a serious village lieu-dit
✓ Collectors interested in mature, limited-production Chardonnay
✕ Not ideal if you prefer heavily oaked, sweet-fruited Chardonnay

🏅 Scores

• Vinous: 91–93 points
• Burghound: 89–92 points
• Jancis Robinson: 16.5/20