Village Stars of Burgundy

This 12 hectare Chassagne-based domaine makes approachable, zippy, juicy wines. Their village wine is a calling card of the domaine, and in 2018 has a fresh, exuberant energy. Benchmark Chassagne.

Jean-Marc Boillot is the grandson of one Puligny-Montrachet’s greatest producers, Etienne Sauzet. He inherited a stunning array of vineyards, which are now run by his daughter Lydie, and her husband, François. They make this village wine from seven parcels scattered throughout the commune: in 2018 it is taut and full of energy.

Jean-Baptiste Bouzereau is making some of the best wines in Meursault these days. His premiers crus are a tour de force, but his village Meursualt, which comes from this exceptionally well-placed parcel that extends beyond the premier cru slope, is the insider’s secret. Amplified fruit, energetic freshness, and seamless flow.

This Puligny-based producer makes a superb Meursault from this steep site, tucked up in the cooler part of the village. The chalky soils make for a racy wine, typical of the Olivier Leflaive style, but with the breadth and savoury weight of classic Meursault.