{"product_id":"2024-benjamin-leroux-meursault-burgundy-france","title":"2024 Benjamin Leroux Meursault, Burgundy, France","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7i9s6c\" data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"432\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eABOUT THE WINE\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eThe 2024 Meursault is sourced from a selection of carefully tended parcels throughout the village, each contributing to the wine’s depth, freshness, and complexity. Benjamin Leroux emphasizes vineyard expression over winemaking influence, allowing the distinctive limestone-rich soils of Meursault to shine. The result is a Chardonnay that balances richness with remarkable tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eThe bouquet reveals layers of lemon curd, pear, white peach, citrus blossom, toasted almond, and subtle hints of fresh butter, wet stone, and light spice. On the palate, generous orchard fruit is supported by crisp acidity and a finely textured, mineral backbone. Lees aging adds gentle creaminess without sacrificing the wine’s vibrant energy, while restrained use of French oak provides subtle structure rather than overt toastiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand, gently whole-cluster pressed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts. The wine is matured in French oak barrels, with only a modest proportion of new oak, before bottling with minimal intervention to preserve purity and site expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eWhile approachable in its youth, the 2024 Meursault will continue to gain complexity over the next 8–12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e An excellent companion to lobster, scallops, roasted turbot, Dover sole, roast chicken with morel mushrooms, veal in cream sauce, Comté cheese, or truffle-infused dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"kvn56h\" data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eABOUT THE PRODUCER\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBenjamin Leroux\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is widely recognized as one of Burgundy’s leading modern winemakers. After serving as régisseur at \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eComte Armand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, he founded his own domaine and négociant business in 2007, building a reputation for producing wines of exceptional precision and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003eWorking closely with growers who share his commitment to sustainable viticulture, Leroux practices meticulous vineyard management, low yields, and careful fruit selection. In the cellar, he favors native yeast fermentations, gentle handling, minimal intervention, and restrained use of oak, allowing each vineyard to express its unique identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2802\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHis wines are celebrated for their purity, elegance, and transparency of terroir, combining classical Burgundian character with remarkable freshness and finesse. The Meursault is a superb example of this philosophy, delivering both immediate appeal and excellent aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PERRINE's WINE SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53083396047137,"sku":"210000022187","price":124.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6785\/3601\/files\/BHSTOCKWINEPHOTO-donotedit_3_3d5a71b5-409c-4637-b1c1-b5f25bebc210.png?v=1785175040","url":"https:\/\/perrineswine.com\/products\/2024-benjamin-leroux-meursault-burgundy-france","provider":"PERRINE's WINE SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}