2023 La Pierre Ronde 1er Cru Les Charmes-Dessus Meursault, Burgundy, France Jura open-top fermenters

open-top fermenters

deeper clay-limestone topsoil

half of the original old vines remain while the other half has gradually been replanted over the last 20-25 years

Aged for 12 to 14 months in foudres

on the northern ridge of the Atlas Peak AVA

2023 La Pierre Ronde 1er Cru Les Charmes-Dessus Meursault, Burgundy, France Jura open-top fermentersVariety: ChardonnayVine Age: 70 yearsTerroir: From the higher part of Charmes ("Dessus"), gentle slope. Vinification: Directly pressed and settled for 24 hours. Fermentation in 350L new oak barrels. Aged for 6 months on the lees in new oak, then 5 months on the lees in amphora, and then another 4 months in stainless steel. No fining. Pre arrival the wine lands mid April