Located in Barsac but working well beyond the sweet-wine tradition
From the rolling hills of Montalcino
too—lifted acidity that gives the wine energy and drinkability even in its youth
and a burst of white peach
and a hint of crushed stone
Domaine Bernard Millot, Meursault 1er Cru Les Gouttes D'or, 2022 SO010424_Artisan_Piedmont_2019 Located in Barsac but workingDomaine Bernard Millots 2022 Meursault 1er Cru Les Gouttes d'Or is pure golden elegancericher and rounder than his Perrires, but still perfectly balanced. The wine opens with ripe orchard fruitspear, golden apple, a touch of lemon curdand layers in toasted hazelnut, warm spice, and a fine, stony minerality underneath. Its plush without being heavy, polished without losing energy, and finishes long and silky with just enough tension to keep it fresh.