Benjamin Leroux Meursault Village

TASTING NOTES FROM THE CURATOR

The Benjamin Leroux Meursault Village is a buttery, complex Chardonnay from Cote de Beaune. Dry, with a medium body, it has a medium lemon color, and an ABV of 13.5%. Crisp and clean on the nose, it has notes of dried honey and walnut, with hints of white chocolate. Well-balanced on the palate, it has citrus notes, and a long finish.

PREPARATION AND PAIRINGS

Pair the Benjamin Leroux Meursault Village with chicken or turkey dishes, king prawns in a butter sauce, grilled lobster, steamed shellfish, or veal with a white sauce.

THE PRODIGIOUS VIGNERON

Benjamin Leroux is a native of Burgundy, and is a winemaking prodigy. He attended Lycée Viticole, a prominent wine school in Beaune, at only 13 years old. By the age of 26, he was general manager and winemaker of Domaine du Comte Armand. He launched his eponymous label in 2007, to wide critical acclaim. He has risen through the ranks of Burgundy producers at a spectacular rate, thanks to his modern winemaking approach that he combines with respect to tradition and his deep knowledge of viticulture. This young vigneron has a bright future ahead of him, one that the winemaking world is eager to see.

Storage Instructions

Store your unopened bottle in a cool, dry, and dark place safe from constant vibration. Keep your bottle horizontal in a wine rack or cellar to retain the moistness of the cork. The ideal temperature for storage is between 7 to 15°C. Once opened, a bottle will be good for 3 to 5 days standing upright in the refrigerator.