Patrick Javillier Meursault Les Tillets, Cote de Beaune 2024

Les Tillets takes its name from a medieval word for the linden trees that once grew around the vineyards; the site lies high above the Meursault slopes, close to the woods, facing south/south-east on brown limestone with clay and hard limestone. Patrick Javillier makes it from six neighbouring parcels with vines 30 to 70 years old. The bouquet is complex and very elegant, with white flowers, white and yellow fruit and a light spicy touch. The palate is full-bodied, vigorous and mineral with fine aromatic freshness, a long finish and an underlying robustness – a style between classic Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet. Serve at 11–13 °C with grilled fish or fish in a light sauce and white meats; ageing potential 7–8 years.