The Olivier Leflaive Meursault Clos Velle 2022 vintage brought serenity back to the vineyard with a heathy harvest and correct volumes. With rainfall accumulations far from excessive, the year 2022 was marked by average temperatures higher than seasonal norms and rainfall deficits from the start of the vine’s vegetative cycle. At the beginning of April, episodes of frost will recall the terrible nights of April 6 and 7 of 2021, but fortunately with an impact beyond measure. The year 2022 is the year of all records for sunshine with the equivalent of an additional month of July.

Vineyard

Château de la Velle, a magnificent 13th century property. Deep, rich top soils over a rocky base enable good year-round drainage.

Wine-Growing method : Sustainable
Harvest: 100% manual
Sol : Calcareous Clay

Production Ares : 1,05 ha
Altitude: 235-240m
Average Age of Vines : 40 years

Vinification of the Olivier Leflaive Meursault Clos Velle 2022

• 100% Chardonnay
• 100% whole grapes
• 24h static settling
• Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations in oak barrels
• 18 months (whose 6 months in stainless steel tank)
• 100% oak barrels (whose 20% of new oak)