Benjamin Leroux Meursault-Blagny 1er Cru 'La Piece Sous Le Bois' 2022

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Benjamin Leroux Meursault-Blagny 1er Cru 'La Piece Sous Le Bois' 2022This is now a flagship wine for Ben, who works 1. 5 of the 2. 2 hectares of Chardonnay available. Leroux vines average 50 years old and are biodynamically certified. This is perhaps Ben's most extreme and rocky terroir, and his hunch that higher vineyards are becoming more important with climate change is paying off. While it lies at high altitude (320 to 350 metres) and endures bitterly cold winters, the vineyard picks up plenty of sun during the

'Every word and thought here is shot through with verve

I noted an exotic floral component in the 2016 vintage

pretty and savoury in the same sniff

delivering a sophisticated and satisfying taste that showcases the meticulous aging process and artisanal craftsmanship behind every sip

Felton Road

plunging right into Navel orange and tangerine territory

not the most focussed of wines

At the finish

Hand-picked

5855 ha vineyard

racy acidity and delicate creaminess from long sur lie maturation

aniseed flavours