COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Domaine Génot-Boulanger
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Meursault Clos du Cromin 2021 from Domaine Génot-Boulanger is a white wine from the prestigious Meursault appellation in Burgundy, France, made from 100% Chardonnay. The Clos du Cromin vineyard, a historic parcel for the domaine, is situated at the base of the slope near Meursault and Volnay, characterized by clay soil with limestone bedrock. Domaine Génot-Boulanger, a family estate now led by the fourth generation, is committed to expressing the unique terroir of Burgundy through a philosophy of extensive vineyard work and minimal cellar intervention. The estate is also progressing towards organic and biodynamic farming practices. The 2021 vintage was marked by challenging conditions and low yields, often leading to wines of notable concentration.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€116
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
11-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Clos du Cromin was once planted with Pinot Noir.
Fact 02
Vineyard soil is clay over limestone bedrock.
Fact 03
Domaine is in conversion to biodynamic farming.
Fact 04
2021 vintage had exceptionally low yields.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Meursault Clos du Cromin begins with whole-cluster pressing of the Chardonnay grapes. Fermentation occurs in barrels using native yeasts, followed by malolactic fermentation, also in barrels. The wine undergoes aging for 12 to 14 months in oak barrels, with a portion of new oak used, and is then racked and aged for an additional six months. Domaine Génot-Boulanger is committed to organic farming practices and is in conversion to biodynamics, reflecting a philosophy of minimal intervention in the cellar to allow the terroir to express itself.
