Domaine Philippe Chavy, Meursault, Les Narvaux, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France, 2023

Producer Profile

Deeply rooted in the prestigious village of Puligny-Montrachet, Domaine Philippe Chavy is a family-owned estate renowned for producing elegant, expressive Chardonnay that combines the richness of the Côte de Beaune with remarkable freshness, precision and mineral finesse.

Representing the third generation of a Burgundian winemaking family, Philippe Chavy inherited prestigious vineyards from his father Albert in Puligny-Montrachet and his mother Odile Ropiteau in Meursault. He began working the family vines in 1990 before taking over the domaine in 2002. Today, Philippe works alongside his wife Graziella, who oversees the commercial side of the business. The estate comprises small parcels across Puligny-Montrachet, Meursault and Saint-Aubin, including renowned Premier Crus Les Pucelles, Les Folatières, Meursault Charmes and Les Murgers des Dents de Chien. Many vines date back to the 1950s, reflecting the family's exceptional vineyard heritage. With a philosophy centred on minimal intervention and meticulous vineyard management, Philippe produces elegant, terroir-driven Chardonnay combining generous texture, delicate fruit, mineral precision and excellent ageing potential.

Viticulture

Les Narvaux is an 0.40 ha plot dating from 1957, lying on the hill side above Meursault. Produced biodynamically and vinified separately and is a prized village vineyard. Les Narvaux vineyard is worked by ploughing without the use of herbicides or insecticides and following the cycles of the lunar calendar to determine the work in the vineyards and cellars.

Tasting Note

Mineral and chalky fruit notes support this full bodied and fleshy wine along with fine acidity and persistent, green almond on the finish.

Food matching

Roast chicken with a creamy sauce, Scallops in butter sauce or a tender cut of veal.