Description
Domaine Christophe Buisson Saint-Romain 2011
Nestled deep in the valley that separates the prestigious Burgundy appellations of Volnay and Meursault lies Saint-Romain, an off-the-beaten-path gem that offers terrific value for its fine reds and whites. Christophe Buisson is one of the few Saint-Romain specialists, with holdings in some of the village’s best vineyard sites. His parcels are situated on steep slopes surrounding the town’s ancient château and backed by enormous white limestone cliffs, slightly higher in altitude than the vineyards of neighboring appellations. The result is a longer growing season with a later harvest date, giving wines marked by a fresh acidity, bright fruit, and a mineral note that stimulates the palate.
Situated just up the hillside from Meursault, this wine shows some of the great underpinnings that the village of Meursault can impart like zesty acidity, intense minerality, and excellent mouthfeel. Lovely tropical flavors mix well with the creamy character the wine has taken on with a couple of years of additional bottle age, and don’t obscure the white floral notes either. A tremendous value in White Burgundy.
