Fichet, Jean-Philippe Meursault 'Le Tesson' '22

The 2022 Jean-Philippe Fichet Meursault ‘Le Tesson’ is the crown jewel among Fichet’s lieux-dits, often rivaling premier crus in complexity and finesse. Sourced from a prime hillside parcel just beneath Meursault’s top crus, ‘Le Tesson’ showcases a seamless balance of ripe stone fruit, floral notes, and a signature spicy minerality. The wine is elegant and layered, with a silky texture and impressive length. Critics praise its purity and precision. Jasper Morris notes its finesse and lemony clarity; Allen Meadows highlights its floral, mineral-rich bouquet and sleek palate; and Neal Martin calls it balanced and penetrating, though slightly subdued on the nose. Jean-Philippe Fichet, known for meticulous vineyard work and minimal intervention, is a leading voice in Meursault’s modern renaissance. His dedication to terroir expression, even in non-classified sites like Tesson, has helped redefine the village’s reputation for transparent, mineral-driven Chardonnay.