2022 Marchand-Tawse Meursault

The Marchand Tawse estate Marchand Tawse is a relatively young but already leading estate in the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits regions. It was born from a collaboration between Pascal Marchand, known for his terroir-focused approach, and Moray Tawse, a Canadian wine enthusiast with a keen eye for detail. Their style focuses on precision, purity, and maximizing the expression of the vineyard. By using both their own vineyards and purchased grapes and musts, the estate produces a wide range of Burgundies that consistently demonstrate high quality. The white wines are distinguished by tension, complexity, and elegant oak integration that perfectly complements the classic Meursault style. Meursault and the characteristic style of the appellation Meursault, nestled in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, is known for its powerful, broad, yet harmonious Chardonnay. The appellation offers a rich variety of soil structures, ranging from limestone and marl to clay-rich layers, which give the wines a distinctive combination of depth and finesse. Meursault wines are often known for their roundness, light nutty notes, and a subtle creaminess that complements their mineral structure. The 2022 vintage was warm and harmonious, resulting in healthy grapes and a distinctly ripe profile that nevertheless retained balance through sufficient natural acidity. The philosophy behind Marchand Tawse's white wines Marchand Tawse works with minimal intervention and strives for wines that demonstrate tension without becoming heavy. The focus is on gentle pressing, controlled fermentation, and the careful use of oak. For the white wines, a portion of new French oak is often used, but always in a way that supports the wine's character rather than dominating it. The estate values pure aromatics and the natural texture that develops during aging. This allows the wines to develop a balanced style that is both immediately appealing and offers potential for further bottle aging. The 2022 Marchand-Tawse Meursault The 2022 Meursault is made from purchased must, giving the estate the flexibility to select the best available quality each year. The wine is distinguished by remarkably refined aromas and a clearly defined profile. The 2022 vintage yielded ripe, healthy Chardonnay with ample freshness. The winemaker opted for aging, with 25 percent of the wine aged in new oak. This gives the wine structure and depth without overly emphasizing the oak. According to the tasting notes, this is one of Marchand Tawse's most fragrant white wines this year, with a beautiful combination of precision and smoothness. Vinification, maturation and balance of the 2022 Meursault After a gentle pressing and controlled fermentation, it is aged in oak barrels. The proportion of new wood, a quarter of which was deliberately kept low, preserves the wine's freshness and natural tension. The wine displays excellent concentration with sufficient acidity to keep it lively. The light smokiness that emerges in the finish is the result of the subtle wood aging. Its structure and balance make this a Meursault that can be enjoyed young or can easily be aged in the bottle for several years. Color, smell and taste of the 2022 Marchand-Tawse Meursault The color is light gold with a subtle sheen. The aroma immediately reveals elegance and precision. The wine opens with aromas of ripe citrus, white blossom, and light mineral notes. The bouquet is clear and finely defined, with the pure expression typical of Chardonnay from Meursault. The palate is full-bodied yet perfectly balanced, with ample roundness and a lively acidity. The concentration is striking without being heavy. The finish is long, slightly smoky, and leaves an elegant, fresh impression. This is a Meursault with a modern, clean signature yet with classic depth. Would you like to order Marchand Tawse wines online? If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. W