{"product_id":"2024-olivier-leflaive-sous-le-dos-dane-meursault-premier-cru-750ml","title":"2024 Olivier Leflaive Sous le Dos d'Ane Meursault Premier Cru 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn estate-grown Premier Cru Chardonnay from Sous le Dos d'Âne in Meursault, immediately adjoining Meursault Perrières Dessus in the Blagny sector. The 2024 vintage combines the vineyard’s stony, marl-influenced character with the freshness and radiance that distinguish this challenging but ultimately rewarding Burgundy vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2024 was marked by record rainfall and persistent humidity across Burgundy, with severe mildew pressure significantly reducing yields. Well-drained terroirs were better able to withstand the difficult conditions. Despite the demanding growing season, the finished wines showed impressive freshness, brightness and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSous le Dos d'Âne is an estate-owned vineyard immediately neighbouring Meursault Perrières Dessus in the Blagny territory. The sloping site lies at 300–350 metres altitude on calcareous clay soils with marl and abundant stones, contributing a distinctive mineral and flinty character. The vines average 26 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard is certified HVE Level 3 (High Environmental Value Level 3), and the fruit is harvested entirely by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from 100% Chardonnay and vinified as whole grapes. After 24 hours of static settling, alcoholic and malolactic fermentations take place in oak barrels. The wine is matured for 18 months, including six months in stainless steel tank. Oak maturation uses 100% barrels, with 25% new oak in 228, 350 and 450 litre formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant nose where white flowers and citruses overcome. Palate with a fresh attack of lemon zest bringing a bright and mouthwatering effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlivier Leflaive is a leading Burgundy producer and négociant based in Puligny-Montrachet. The house combines fruit from its own estate vineyards with grapes sourced from long-standing growers across the Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise and Chablis, with a particular focus on Chardonnay and the great white-wine appellations of the Côte de Beaune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olivier Leflaive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy, Côte de Beaune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meursault Premier Cru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sous le Dos d'Âne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premier Cru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcareous clay with marl and stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300–350m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAverage Vine Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViticulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e HVE Level 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% whole grapes; 24-hour static settling; alcoholic and malolactic fermentations in oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 months, including 6 months in stainless steel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOak:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% oak barrels; 25% new oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–14°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2027–2036\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SSS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67632167223598,"sku":"8846969301","price":488.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2024_Olivier_Leflaive_Meursault_Sous_Le_Dos_dAne_1er_Cru_aabbc86f-929c-4052-9194-8f71c6f8a549.png?v=1791272384","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2024-olivier-leflaive-sous-le-dos-dane-meursault-premier-cru-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}