Domaine Dupont-Fahn - Meursault 'Les Clous' 2024

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• Origin: Meursault, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
• Appellation: Meursault AOC
• Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
• Alcohol Percentage: Not stated
• Style: Rich yet taut, mineral, white fruit, citrus and refined oak notes
• Aging Potential: Now until 2032+

Dupont-Fahn Meursault “Les Clous” 2024 is an elegant and characterful white Burgundy that beautifully combines the richness of Meursault with freshness and precision. The nose reveals ripe citrus, white peach, apple, and blossoms, complemented by subtle notes of hazelnut, butter, and a fine chalky minerality. On the palate, the wine is round and beautifully concentrated, yet kept taut by fresh acidity and a clear mineral streak. The texture is refined and layered, with sufficient depth and tension to be versatile for gastronomy. The finish is long, clean, and balanced, with a lovely combination of ripe fruit, freshness, and finesse.

Vinification.
Les Clous is a parcel that often produces Meursault with a beautiful balance between breadth and tension. Vinification is done with great attention to purity and terroir expression, ensuring that the character of the Chardonnay and its origin remain central. The wine is aged in oak barrels, which adds extra texture, depth, and refinement without overpowering the fruit. The oak remains supportive and integrated, bringing out the combination of ripeness, minerality, and precision. The result is a Meursault with classic volume, but also with sufficient energy and freshness.

The estate.
Domaine Dupont-Fahn is a family estate in the Côte de Beaune, led by Raymond Dupont-Fahn. The house enjoys a strong reputation for white Burgundies that beautifully combine terroir, tension, and drinkability. The estate's style is generally precise and refined, with great attention to balance, fresh acidity, and a clear expression of the parcel. Even when the wines show more richness and texture, they always remain focused on elegance and purity.

In terms of sustainability, the estate works with great respect for the vineyard and soil. The focus is on precise parcel monitoring, low yields, and an approach that maximally preserves the natural balance of the vines. Both in the vineyard and in the cellar, work is consciously restrained, with as few unnecessary interventions as possible, so that the character of each parcel comes through clearly and purely in the glass. This philosophy translates into wines with precision, tension, and a clear link to their terroir.