Wine Details
The Allure of Les Charmes
Among Meursault’s “big three” premier crus – alongside Perrières and Genevrières – Les Charmes is famed for its natural opulence and irresistible early appeal. Philippe’s 2023 captures that richness but lifts it with electric energy: sherbet-like citrus, vibrant lime, and layers of complexity that keep unfurling. It’s a wine that tempts you to drink it young but rewards the patience to watch it blossom into something profound.
📍 The Plot
Chavy’s parcel, Charmes du Dessous, covers just 0.41 ha of old vines planted in 1939 and 1947, rooted in classic clay-limestone soils. Sitting just below the slope of Perrières, the site combines power with precision, giving wines of both volume and finesse. With only about 3,000 bottles produced in a normal vintage, it’s as rare as it is exciting.
🍇 Technical
Hand-harvested Chardonnay, whole-bunch pressed, fermented in tank, then finished in barrel. Aged 11 months in 228L barrels (30% new oak) with 16 months’ élevage total. Bottled by hand using the traditional chèvre à deux becs.
