2019 Domaine Arnaud Ente Meursault 750ml

The 2019 Domaine Arnaud Ente Meursault represents one of the most sought-after white Burgundies in the world. Furthermore, Arnaud Ente has attained legendary cult status among global collectors. His obsessive attention to vineyard detail yields Chardonnay of unparalleled purity. Consequently, this allocated village Meursault rivals the intensity of many top Premier and Grand Crus.

Additionally, the 2019 vintage delivered concentrated, ripe fruit framed by electric acidity. Ente’s signature style balances laser-like tension with dense dry extract. Therefore, securing an allocation of this singular Meursault is an exceptional prize for any fine wine cellar.

Terroir & Viticulture

The domaine’s village Meursault originates from historic estate-owned parcels, primarily En l’Ormeau. Specifically, the vines feature shallow clay-limestone soils strewn with fractured pebbles. Ente farms these old vines with uncompromising organic and biodynamic principles. As a result, the root systems penetrate deep into the rocky bedrock to absorb mineral tension.

Meanwhile, Arnaud Ente severely restricts yields each growing season. He conducts meticulous green harvests to guarantee that only pristine clusters reach maturity. Furthermore, Ente is renowned for harvesting slightly earlier than his peers. Thus, he captures vibrant natural acidity while avoiding any overripe tropical notes.

Vinification & Craftsmanship

In the cellar, Arnaud Ente works with surgical precision and minimalist intervention. First, the hand-picked Chardonnay grapes undergo long, gentle pneumatic pressing. Subsequently, the unclarified must transfers directly into neutral oak barrels and demi-muids for spontaneous fermentation.

Moreover, Ente limits the use of new oak to roughly 20% to avoid masking the wine’s terroir. The wine ages undisturbed on its fine lees for an extended period without bâtonnage (lees stirring). Afterwards, the wine finishes maturation in stainless steel tanks to sharpen its focus. Finally, he bottles the cuvée without fining or heavy filtration.

Tasting Notes

In the glass, the wine displays a shimmering pale gold hue with green reflections. Immediately, the nose bursts with struck match reduction, lime blossom, and crisp green apple. In addition, subtle nuances of lemon oil, white peach, and wet crushed chalk emerge with air.

On the palate, the wine possesses extraordinary power, concentration, and chiseled precision. A vibrant spine of limestone acidity drives directly through the dense fruit core. Meanwhile, the mid-palate delivers pure citrus oil and subtle hazelnut notes. Consequently, the finish lingers with profound salinity and intense gunflint minerality.

Technical Specifications

• Producer: Domaine Arnaud Ente
• Winemaker: Arnaud Ente
• Appellation: Meursault AOC, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy
• Parcel Source: En l’Ormeau (and select estate parcels)
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2019
• Maturation: French oak casks (~20% new oak), followed by stainless steel
• Alcohol: ~13.5% ABV
• Volume: 750ml

Service & Cellar Potential

Serve this wine between 11°C–13°C (52°F–55°F) in large Burgundy stemware. Additionally, we recommend decanting this bottle for 45 to 60 minutes prior to service. This aeration allows the initial reductive tension to evolve into radiant floral aromatics.

Pair this electric white Burgundy with poached lobster in butter, roasted turbot, or sweetbreads. Furthermore, the 2019 vintage possesses colossal structural stamina. As a result, collectors can cellar this bottle effortlessly through 2038 and beyond.