Producer
Occupying an impressive nineteenth-century building in Savigny-Lès- Beaune, Henri de Villamont is a medium-sized producer that combines an enviable domaine (they are particularly strong in Chambolle-Musigny) with a meticulously sourced négociant range. The cuverie was updated with the latest equipment less than ten years ago, and underneath there is ample storage for barrels in the beautiful double-height cellar. These features give the winemaker flexibility and precision, resulting in excellent expression of the various terroirs on offer, which include some particularly well-sited vineyards.
Vineyard
This vineyard is, as the name suggests, high up the slope. It occupies a north-facing vantage point adjacent to well-known Meursault Les Vireuils, and consists of typical clay-limestone soil. The vines were hand- harvested in one pass on September 18th.
Winery
The wine was fermented and matured for ten months in barrel, with twenty percent new wood.
Taste
Combining the influences of cool vineyard and warm vintage, this wine offers a winning blend of bright herbal/green apple aroma with nutty richness and depth.