2023 Bernard Dugat-Py Les Porusots Meursault 1er Cru, Burgundy

Aromas of freshly baked bread, pear, hazelnuts and white flowers introduce the 2023 Meursault 1er Cru Porusot, a full-bodied, ample and seamless wine that's fleshy and textural, with a generous core of fruit, succulent acids and a saline finish. Jan 31, 2025

91-95 points William Kelley, The Wine Advocate

Meursault's Les Porusots Premier Cru is celebrated for Chardonnay with wonderful depth, richness and an unmistakable mineral character. Situated on the village's prized mid slopes, its limestone and clay soils produce wines with impressive concentration and beautifully balanced acidity. Bernard Dugat-Py established his family's reputation with extraordinary old vine reds from Gevrey Chambertin, while son Loïc continues the domaine's meticulous approach to vineyard work and carefully judged oak ageing. These rare white Burgundies are increasingly coveted by collectors.

Luminous pale gold with delicate green reflections. Ripe pear, white peach and preserved lemon mingle with toasted hazelnut, acacia blossom and a whisper of flint. The 2023 vintage is beautifully concentrated, with a silky, almost creamy texture balanced by vibrant citrus acidity. Subtle oak spice and crushed stone notes linger through a long, elegant finish, revealing Meursault's generosity without sacrificing finesse.

Wonderful with butter roasted Moreton Bay bugs and lemon, grilled turbot with fennel, or a golden artichoke and leek tart with toasted almonds.

Cellaring: 2027 to 2040. Excellent ageing potential, with greater nutty and savoury complexity developing over time.