2023 Jean-Marc Roulot Meursault “Les Clous”, Burgundy, FranceABOUT THIS WINE Les Clous is a lieu dit situated high on the hillside above the village of Meursault, just west of the Premier Cru Les Tillets, where the cooler microclimate and limestone rich soils contribute to the wines brisk acidity and mineral character. In the 2023 vintagemarked by freshness and balanceRoulots Les Clous shines with poise and lift. Organically farmed and hand harvested, the grapes are pressed gently and fermented with indigenous

and terroir-driven

and minimal sulfur—preserves the wine’s clarity and texture

Andreas says of his philosophy: “I sustain my vineyards by intensive soil work to bring out the essential nutrients up from the primary rock

The property is 40 acres of which 55 acres are planted – primarily to Merlot (the vines towards the front of their driveway) and Cabernet Franc (behind the winery)

old oak aging

The couple saw a real estate sign advertising a property suitable for farmland—the property’s elevation and aspect reminded Don of the Grand Cru vineyards of Burgundy’s Côte d’Or

Julien believes it is the only grape suitable for what he's trying to accomplish

Granite is the dominant soil type

The minimalist style

Grown on Limestone and Clay soils

reflecting their philosophy of producing balanced Champagnes for both everyday enjoyment and celebratory moments

Grapes were sourced from dry-farmed