Crisp, lean and mineral. Complete. Fine balance, plenty of breeding. A long, steely finish. Lots of finesse, concentration.

Chateau de Meursault almost always produces powerful wines. That fact plus the ripe 2003 vinatge has yielded a huge premier cru. White stone fruits dominate, but the toast isn’t far behind. Has good structure, too, promising development over 5 years. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.——R.V.(9/1/2005)—— 90

A blend of fruit sourced from Les Charmes and Les Perrieres, Chateau de Meursault’s top Meursault starts off with a whack of new wood on the nose, then turns to buttered apples on the palate. It’s plump but firms up on the finish, sporting a mineral tang and hints of anise. ——W.E.(4/1/2003)—— 89