Description / Reviews
"In 2001, Charles Ballot took the helm of his family’s already respected domaine, and began to make his mark by moving to more natural farming methods, reducing yields, buying a triage table, and updating the press. Today, the estate is comprised of 10 hectares of vineyards, seven of which are in Meursault proper. The holdings are reputable and the relative vine age is old: Perrières (40+ years), Genevrières (70+ years), Narvaux (45-60year), etc. Charles’s wines tend toward the so-called “Roulot-school” of Meursault, more tensile and racy, as opposed to the fatter, honeyed and nutty style that dominated the landscape 20-30 years ago." - Polaner Selections, Importer
"The 2023 Meursault Les Narvaux has a taut, mineral nose, leaning slightly towards Puligny in style with light smoky scents in the background. The palate is fresh and vibrant, beautifully balanced with a slightly creamy texture. And yet, there is tension here, with irresistible yellow plum and lemon curd scents on the finish. Recommended." - 91-93 Points, Neal Martin, Vinous
"A deft application of wood is present on the cooler nose that features prominent petrol nuances on the aromas of acacia blossom and mineral reduction. Once again there is excellent density to the succulent but punchy and powerful flavors that exude an almost aggressive stoniness on the sappy and balanced finale. This is a very fine Meursault villages and worth your interest." - 90-92 Points, Allen Meadows, Burghound
