Meursault 1er Cru Charmes La Sentre 2020 Domaine Laurent Ponsot

Laurent Ponsot, who left the prestigious Domaine Ponsot in Gevrey-Chambertin in 2017, established a new domaine under his own name. "La Santenots" is not from the domaine's own vineyards but is a cuvée with a strong négociant character, made from carefully selected grapes and must, originating from the Meursault Charmes parcel. 2020 was an early flowering vintage with excellent concentration and acidity balance, and it is already attracting attention, with Jasper Morris giving it high marks.

Tasting Notes

The appearance is a brilliant pale yellow. The aroma is a combination of citrus peel, nutty roasted notes, brown butter, and stewed pear, with a subtle oak presence. On the palate, a crisp acidity forms the core, and a long citrus finish lingers within a smooth texture. It is enjoyable for its aromatic qualities even when young, but is expected to develop a smoother aged character in a few years.

Food Pairing

• Pan-fried white fish with butter sauce
• Chicken liver mousse
• Goat cheese tart

Viticulture and Vinification

• Producer: Laurent Ponsot, who left Domaine Ponsot in 2017 to establish a new domaine
• "La Santenots" is not a vineyard name, but a négociant-style cuvée name given to carefully selected lots
• Aged in barrels before bottling

Grape Variety

Chardonnay 100%

Alcohol Content

13%

Ratings

Inside Burgundy 94 points (Jasper Morris, November 2022)

Product Information

• Volume: 750ml
• Type: White, Dry
• Origin: France / Burgundy / Côte de Beaune / Meursault 1er Cru Charmes
• Product Code: C20W2022