Domaine Rougeot Charmes, Meursault Premier Cru, France 2022

In the center of Meursault village, Pierre- Henri Rougeot has been quietly producing impeccable minimal intervention, low-sulfur wines since he returned to the family domaine in 2010. Pierre-Henri’s experience travelling throughout France gives him a unique vision that hews strongly to Burgundian tradition with a soft touch inspired by the vins natures made by his friends in Saumur, Cahors, and beyond. Today, the Rougeotm vineyards are farmed organically, and Pierre-Henri’s minimal sulfur vinification effortlessly balances a natural wine approach with traditional Burgundian technique to create wines
with energy and balance. All of the vineyards of the domaine lie within the appellation of Meursault or in immediate proximity. Each terroir
from Aligoté and Passetoutgrain through Premier Crus is bottled as
a single-vineyard designate. The wines are energetic, precise, and
delicious. It’s simply astounding that the domaine has maintained a
quiet profile while producing such compelling wines. It will be even more astounding if that continues.

Les Charmes is one of the emblematic vineyards of Meursault. It is known for producing rich, powerful, and aromatic wines. This cuvée will benefit from 4-5 years in bottle before it becomes fully expressive in the glass.