Prosper Maufoux Château de Saint-Aubin 2015 Meursault 1er Cru La Pièce Sous le Bois Burgundy France
Prosper Maufoux Château de Saint-Aubin 2015 Meursault 1er Cru La Pièce Sous le Bois – Burgundy, France The Prosper Maufoux Château de Saint-Aubin 2015 Meursault 1er Cru La Pièce Sous le Bois is a beautifully mature Premier Cru Chardonnay from one of Burgundy’s most celebrated white wine villages. Combining the richness traditionally associated with Meursault with the freshness and mineral character of this high-elevation climat, it offers a compelling opportunity to experience aged Premier Cru white Burgundy with a decade of bottle development. A Premier Cru High Above Meursault La Pièce Sous le Bois occupies a distinctive position high on the slope above Meursault, close to the Hameau de Blagny and the border with Puligny-Montrachet. At approximately 330 meters elevation and immediately below the Blagny woods, the vineyard benefits from a cooler environment than many lower-lying Meursault sites. Its south-facing exposure provides ample sunlight for ripening, while the elevation and nearby woodland help retain freshness. The sloping terrain also provides natural drainage—an important factor in maintaining balance and concentration in Chardonnay. The vineyard's limestone-rich soils contain clay, iron oxide, white marl, and other mineral components that contribute both structure and aromatic complexity. The result is a Meursault that combines richness with tension, freshness, and pronounced minerality. Tasting Notes Now showing the complexity that comes with bottle age, the 2015 La Pièce Sous le Bois displays a luminous gold color and an expressive, layered aromatic profile. The nose opens with lemon zest, citrus, white flowers and subtle mint, gradually revealing more developed notes of toasted almond, spice and gentle oak. Mineral and saline nuances add another dimension, reflecting the vineyard's chalky, limestone-rich soils. On the palate, the wine is rich yet vibrant, combining the texture expected of Meursault with impressive freshness. Citrus, orchard fruit and subtle toasted notes are carried by a distinctive mineral and saline backbone. The finish is fresh, mouthwatering and persistent, with lingering spice and mineral character. With the benefit of the 2015 vintage and more than a decade of evolution, this is an especially interesting bottle for Burgundy drinkers who appreciate the complexity of mature Chardonnay. Winemaking & Aging The Chardonnay grapes are harvested by hand and pressed as whole bunches using a pneumatic press. Following approximately 24 hours of static settling at 12°C, the must is transferred directly to French oak barrels. Both alcoholic and malolactic fermentation take place in barrel, followed by extended maturation on the lees. This traditional Burgundian approach builds texture and complexity while allowing the freshness and mineral character of La Pièce Sous le Bois to remain at the center of the wine. About Prosper Maufoux & Château de Saint-Aubin Prosper Maufoux has deep roots in Burgundy, with a winemaking history dating to the 19th century. Today, its home is the historic Château de Saint-Aubin, situated along Burgundy's famous Route des Grands Crus in the Côte de Beaune. The château itself carries more than 300 years of history and was once owned by the Countess of Trébon, a descendant of one of the Musketeers of Louis XIV. Today, the château and Maison Prosper Maufoux belong to the Piffaut family, whose own Burgundian winegrowing heritage stretches back approximately two centuries. The estate farms vineyards centered largely around Chardonnay and emphasizes sustainable and responsible viticulture, producing wines intended to express the individual character of Burgundy's climats. Food Pairing The richness and freshness of this mature Premier Cru Meursault make it particularly versatile at the table. Excellent pairings include pan-seared scallops, lobster, roasted turbot, sole meunière, veal filet mignon, roast chicken, duck, guinea fowl and creamy mushroom dishes. It also pairs beautifully with soft and moderately aged cheeses such as Brie, Camembert and Comté. Serve at approximately 54–57°F (12–14°C). Avoid serving it excessively cold, particularly at this stage of maturity, as a slightly warmer temperature will allow its aromatics and texture to fully emerge. Wine Details Producer: Prosper Maufoux / Château de Saint-Aubin Vintage: 2015 Country: France Region: Burgundy Subregion: Côte de Beaune Appellation: Meursault Premier Cru AOC Climat: La Pièce Sous le Bois Grape: 100% Chardonnay Wine Type: Dry White Wine Harvest: Hand harvested Fermentation: French oak barrels Malolactic Fermentation: In barrel Oak Aging: French oak Alcohol: 13% Bottle Size: 750ml Why You'll Love It This is more than simply a bottle of Meursault. It combines Premier Cru terroir, mature 2015 Burgundy, Chardonnay from one of the world's benchmark white-wine appellations, and the heritage of Prosper Maufoux and Château de Saint-Aubin. For collectors and Burgundy enthusiasts, the appeal is particularly strong: the wine already has substantial bottle age, allowing the youthful fruit and mineral character of Meursault to evolve toward the layered, savory complexity that makes mature white Burgundy so compelling.