Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous Le Dos D'ane Premier Cru Recolte Du Domaine 750mL

Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous le Dos d’Âne Premier Cru Récolte du Domaine

White Burgundy | 750mL | Meursault, Côte de Beaune, France | 100% Chardonnay | Premier Cru | Estate-Grown | Oak-Fermented & Matured

Process & Profile

Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous le Dos d’Âne Premier Cru Récolte du Domaine is an estate-grown Chardonnay from the Blagny sector of Meursault. The vineyard sits immediately beside Meursault Perrières Dessus, where sloping ground and stony, limestone-rich clay and marl soils contribute to the wine’s pronounced mineral character. The Récolte du Domaine designation identifies grapes harvested from Olivier Leflaive’s own vineyard holdings.

Hand-harvested grapes are pressed, and the juice undergoes settling before alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in oak barrels. Maturation combines new and previously used oak, followed by a final period in stainless steel before bottling. This approach develops texture while retaining the wine’s freshness and definition.

Floral aromas and orchard fruit meet citrus, hazelnut, and mineral notes. Its structured palate and persistent finish make it an appealing white Burgundy for seafood dinners, particularly dishes with butter, shellfish, or a delicate cream sauce.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: White flowers, orchard fruit, citrus, and subtle hazelnut.

• Palate: Rounded white fruit with citrus freshness, a stony mineral character, and gentle oak.

• Finish: Long and focused, with lingering minerality and a lightly saline impression.

What Makes It Special

• Estate-grown Chardonnay carrying the Récolte du Domaine designation.

• Premier Cru vineyard in Meursault’s Blagny sector, neighboring Perrières Dessus.

• Sloping vineyard with stony, calcareous clay and marl soils.

• Grapes are harvested entirely by hand.

• Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation take place in oak barrels.

• Combines floral and orchard-fruit notes with structure, freshness, and mineral depth.

How to Enjoy

Serve at approximately 54–57°F (12–14°C) in a white-wine or Burgundy glass. Let the wine develop gradually in the glass to explore its floral aromas, fruit, and mineral character.

Olivier Leflaive recommends seared scallops with butter-cooked chestnuts and thyme, or crayfish quenelles with Nantua sauce. Butter-poached lobster or roast chicken with a light mushroom sauce are additional pairing suggestions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does Récolte du Domaine mean on Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous le Dos d’Âne Premier Cru Récolte du Domaine?
   It identifies a wine made from grapes harvested from Olivier Leflaive’s own estate vineyards.

2. What grapes are used in Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous le Dos d’Âne Premier Cru Récolte du Domaine?
   The wine is made from 100% Chardonnay.

3. Is Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous le Dos d’Âne Premier Cru Récolte du Domaine aged in oak?
   Yes. It is fermented and matured in oak barrels, including a portion of new oak, before a final period in stainless steel.

4. What food pairs well with Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous le Dos d’Âne Premier Cru Récolte du Domaine?
   Seared scallops with chestnuts and thyme or crayfish quenelles with Nantua sauce are the producer’s recommendations. Lobster and chicken with a light cream sauce are also appealing options.

5. Where can I buy Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous le Dos d’Âne Premier Cru Récolte du Domaine?
   You can purchase Olivier Leflaive Meursault Sous le Dos d’Âne Premier Cru Récolte du Domaine 750mL directly from The Barrel Tap.