Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru 'Sous Frétille', Maison Pierre Meurgey 2022 vs Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru 'Sous Frétille', Maison Pierre Meurgey 2023
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru 'Sous Frétille', Maison Pierre Meurgey 2023 currently starts £0.40 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £54.90 | £54.50 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Pierre Meurgey | Pierre Meurgey |
| Style | White | White |
| Grape | Chardonnay | Chardonnay |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru 'Sous Frétille', Maison Pierre Meurgey 2022
“Limpid colour, lime-flecked, with a bright, high-toned nose of apple skin, mirabelle, fresh almonds and acacia blossoms. Palate is focussed and energetic, the oak well absorbed, crunchy pear fruit and notes of beeswax and acacia honey lead to a juicy, sapid finish. Pernand is perennially under-rated but the quality here is undeniable and the value point exceptional. We missed out on getting an allocation of the 2021 but are delighted to have cases to offer this year. It comes highly recommended." Tom Harrow, Head Wine Guru Pierre Meurgey's Sous Frétille comes from an elevated, sunny site, at the top of the hill overlooking Pernand that was promoted to Premier Cru status (for whites) from the 2000 vintage onwards. The vines get plenty of sun but the height ensures a cooler fruit profile. Our second vintage from Pierre, who divides his time between vineyards in Macon and the Cote d’Or, the latter being made in Château de Bligny, formerly the winemaking base of Jane Eyre. Pierre characterises 2022 has having “ ripeness and preserved freshness" . He suggests that despite the hot year the wines do not have the same concentration as 2020 - which were more forced because of the early harvest, and instead show a greater natural balance, being made from “ happy fruit ” as he puts it. He notes the wines have gained more body during élévage but retain a fresher style than normal solar vintages.
Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru 'Sous Frétille', Maison Pierre Meurgey 2023
"Ripe lemon and tropical pineapple aromas are complemented by a slight toastiness. Full and layered on the palate, it has impressive length and freshness." Our note Pierre Meurgey is a rising star in Burgundy, blending tradition with modern techniques to craft precise and terroir-driven wines. His focus is on showcasing the nuanced characteristics of each appellation, from the Mâconnais to the Côte de Beaune. The 2023 vintage was particularly noteworthy, beginning with uncertainty due to a sudden heatwave in early September. Thanks to early harvesting, Pierre achieved balanced ripeness and avoided overripeness, producing wines with finesse, vibrant fruit, and excellent ageing potential. Both reds and whites are approachable young yet structured.
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