Philippe Pacalet Meursault 2018 Magnum

Philippe Pacalet’s Meursault 2018 in magnum format brings together one of Burgundy’s most admired white-wine villages with one of its most sought-after natural-minded négociants. Made from Chardonnay in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, it offers a distinctive, terroir-driven expression of Meursault with the added benefit of magnum ageing potential. Philippe Pacalet is widely respected for crafting wines that are precise, transparent, and deeply expressive of place.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Meursault 2018 typically shows a luminous golden hue with youthful brightness. The nose is inviting and layered, often combining ripe orchard fruit, citrus oil, white flowers, hazelnut, and subtle mineral tones, with a restrained touch of spice and lees complexity. On the palate, the wine is expected to be textured and supple, balancing ripe Chardonnay richness with freshness and a saline, chalk-tinged backbone. The magnum format should support slow development, allowing the wine to evolve gracefully over time, gaining depth, nuttiness, and more nuanced complexity with age.

Production
Sourced from Meursault in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, the wine reflects the village’s classic limestone and marl soils, which are prized for producing Chardonnay with both breadth and tension. Philippe Pacalet is known for working with carefully selected vineyards and emphasizing gentle handling in the cellar. His approach typically involves low-intervention vinification, native yeasts, and a restrained use of oak so that the character of the site remains at the forefront.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with refined dishes such as roast chicken, lobster, turbot, scallops, creamy risotto, and poultry in rich sauces. It also works well with aged Comté, Gruyère, or other nutty alpine cheeses. Serve around 10–12°C, and consider decanting briefly if opened young to allow the aromas to fully open.

Producer
Philippe Pacalet is one of Burgundy’s most respected contemporary producers, known for a natural, intuitive approach to winemaking and for highlighting vineyard individuality with remarkable clarity. Based in Beaune, he built his reputation through meticulous parcel selection and a philosophy that favors balance, purity, and texture over heavy extraction or overt oak influence. His wines are highly regarded among Burgundy collectors for their authenticity and finesse.

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