Peter Maude Fine Wines
2023, Maison Benjamin Leroux, MEURSAULT, Village
$156
Their own vines. A pale lemon and lime colour. There is an attractive and elegant fruit without too much weight. A little more on the palate to establish the Meursault credentials, white fruit with well-judged oak behind, a little note of toast perhaps, adequate acidity and very good length. Drink from 2027 - 2032. Tasted Oct 2024. **** 89-91 Jasper Morris MW, Inside Burgundy.
The 2023 Meursault Village comes from the five lieux-dits at the foot of the slope (as usual). There is a very slight reduction at play, with fine tension with light walnut scents. The palate is well balanced with a harmonious opening. Perhaps it just misses a bit of nerve, yet there is a lovely honey-tinged finish that is quite seductive. 87-89 Neal Martin.