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2004 Domaine Roulot Meursault 1er Cru Charmes #114381459
750ml
Reviews 92 points Burghound "Very ripe orchard fruit aromas that include an interesting hint of muscat and a bit more wood influence that disappears on the rich, generous and quite concentrated flavors that are supple, seductive and delicious yet retain a fine sense of precision on the intense and seriously long finish. (AM)" 95 points John Gilman "The 2004 Charmes is another outstanding Meursault in the making, with a truly compelling mineral component that is all too rare in Charmes. So many wines from this premier cru are defined by their ample fruit, but Roulot?s is all about the kaleidoscopic minerality. That is not to say that there is any deficiency to the fruit here, as notes of passion fruit, apples, almonds, lime blossom and vanillin oak waft from the glass along with more minerals than I can recall in anyone else?s Charmes bottling. On the palate the wine is full-bodied, complex and deep, with great focus and grip, a rock solid core of fruit, and great length on the soil-driven finish. Charmes does not get any better than the 2004 Roulot! (JG)"
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About Domaine Roulot
Jean-Marc Roulot has made a name for himself as one of the greatest producers in Meursault and of white wine in general. Assuming the reins after his father's untimely death in 1982, Jean-Marc relied on experienced mentors before he was ready to command the domaine alone. Today, he carries forward his father's legacy, enhancing it with his personal commitment to organic vineyard practices.
The domaine, long recognized for pioneering single-vineyard bottlings, is famed for its mastery of lieu-dits and the five premier cru parcels they cultivate in Meursault and Monthelie. Jean-Marc has led the domaine to even greater acclaim, continually refining its unique style and inspiring other domaines to emulate his approach. Notably, Jean-Marc has made his mark with wines that lean towards a crisp, pure style rather than the typically rich and concentrated Meursault, a testament to his philosophy of restraint and precision.
In the vineyard, Jean-Marc adheres to a rigorous regimen of de-budding to control yields and focuses on acidity at harvest time. His winemaking process marries traditional and modern techniques, favoring fermentation in wooden cuves, judicious lees stirring, and a balanced use of oak and stainless-steel aging. This meticulous approach delivers wines of remarkable complexity and evident terroir influence.
Jean-Marc's commitment extends to a small négociant label, where he collaborates with trusted growers throughout Burgundy to obtain top-quality fruit. Furthermore, he embarked on a micro-négoce project in 2014, selectively sourcing grapes to supplement the domaine's portfolio, with these grapes undergoing the same meticulous vinification and aging process as the domaine's own.
The notable maturity of the vineyard holdings stems from Guy Roulot's significant replanting efforts in the 1950s. Among these, the Meursault 1er cru Les Perrieres, purchased by the Roulots in 1976 and planted in the 1940s, stands out as the crown jewel, despite its limited production.
Domaine Roulot's wines encapsulate a clear mineral backbone, pure, focused, and enduring. As Jean-Marc Roulot maintains, they are wines made to be savored alongside a meal, demonstrating both their intrinsic quality and their harmony with food. Today, the wines from Domaine Roulot are among the most coveted in Burgundy, known for their elegance, depth, and precision.