2017 Bouchard Pere And Fils Meursault Premier Cru Genevrieres Magnum (1500ml)

The 2017 Bouchard Père & Fils Meursault Premier Cru Genevrières Magnum (1500ml) is a magnificent white Burgundy from one of Meursault’s most revered Premier Cru vineyards, presented in the ideal format for long-term ageing. Genevrières, together with Perrières and Charmes, forms the triumvirate of Meursault’s greatest Premier Crus, producing wines celebrated for their elegance, floral perfume and remarkable longevity. Bouchard Père & Fils owns one of the largest holdings in Genevrières, blending fruit from both the upper and lower sections of the vineyard to achieve exceptional balance between richness and mineral precision. The outstanding 2017 vintage has now entered an exciting stage of development, while the magnum format will allow the wine to evolve even more slowly and gracefully over the coming decades.

The nose is intensely aromatic and beautifully layered, revealing aromas of preserved lemon, ripe pear and white peach alongside acacia blossom, citrus oil and delicate white flowers. As the wine opens, notes of toasted hazelnut, almond cream and fresh brioche emerge, complemented by hints of flint, oyster shell and crushed limestone. With several years of bottle age, subtle nuances of beeswax, warm pastry and gentle honey begin to appear, adding further complexity without diminishing the wine’s remarkable freshness. Burghound described the 2017 as offering notes of spiced tea, matchstick, citrus and white orchard fruit, highlighting its refined, mineral-driven profile.

On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with a luxurious silky texture, vibrant natural acidity and exceptional mineral drive. Layers of citrus, white nectarine and ripe orchard fruits unfold seamlessly across the palate, supported by subtle French oak and fine lees complexity. The warmth of the 2017 vintage contributes generous fruit and a supple texture, while Genevrières’ limestone soils preserve outstanding tension, freshness and precision. The magnum format enhances both harmony and longevity, slowing the wine’s evolution and allowing the mineral character to develop with remarkable clarity. The finish is exceptionally long, elegant and persistent, carrying lingering notes of lemon peel, toasted almonds, oyster shell and crushed chalk. The style is refined and age-worthy, perfectly expressing the floral elegance and balance that make Genevrières one of Burgundy’s most revered Chardonnay vineyards. A recent mature bottle tasting noted its superb mouthfeel, white flowers, citrus and beautifully integrated oak.

Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding choice for collectors seeking a mature Premier Cru Meursault in the ideal cellar format. Compared to the richer and broader Charmes, Genevrières offers greater elegance, floral complexity and mineral precision, while displaying more generosity than the steely intensity of Perrières. The 2017 magnum is entering a wonderful drinking window, yet because of its larger format it still has decades of graceful evolution ahead. It is a superb bottle for milestone celebrations or long-term collecting, delivering a level of sophistication that comfortably approaches Grand Cru quality. Drink from now with 45–60 minutes of aeration or cellar confidently through to 2045–2050 and beyond. Perfect with lobster, scallops, turbot, roast Bresse chicken, truffle-infused poultry dishes, premium shellfish or the finest French cuisine.