Hospices de Beaune Meursault 1er Cru ‘Charmes’ Cuvée Bahezre de Lanlay

The Hospices de Beaune Meursault 1er Cru ‘Charmes’ Cuvée Bahezre de Lanlay is a superb expression of Burgundian Chardonnay, offering remarkable opulence and complexity. This wine represents a powerful and generous style of Meursault, renowned for its rich texture and significant aging potential.

The Hospices Civiles de Beaune is a historic charitable institution founded in 1443, owning some of Burgundy’s most prestigious vineyard parcels thanks to centuries of donations. Their wines are sold each November at the world’s most famous charity wine auction, with proceeds funding the hospital’s work. The final wine is aged and bottled by the successful bidder, adding a unique signature to each barrel’s legacy.

In the glass, this wine displays a brilliant golden-yellow hue. The nose is an opulent bouquet of ripe orchard fruits, toasted hazelnut, and buttery brioche, all underpinned by a subtle flinty minerality. On the palate, it is full-bodied and richly textured, with a vibrant acidity that perfectly balances flavors of lemon curd and vanilla, leading to a long, persistent finish.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this wine lightly chilled between 12-14°C to fully appreciate its aromatic complexity. It pairs magnificently with rich dishes such as lobster thermidor, roasted poultry in a cream sauce, or seared scallops with a beurre blanc.