{"product_id":"mikulski-bourgogne-cote-dor-blanc-2023","title":"Mikulski Bourgogne Cote D'or Blanc 2023","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Baby Meursault\" – Precision, Mineral Tension, and Zesty Purity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn March 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2023 François Mikulski Bourgogne Côte d'Or Blanc\u003c\/b\u003e is being celebrated as a \"classic\" vintage for the domaine. Mikulski is famous for his \"anti-butter\" philosophy, prioritizing nerve and mineral tension over the heavy, oaky style often associated with the region. This specific cuvée is frequently called a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"324\"\u003e\"Baby Meursault\"\u003c\/b\u003e because the vines sit on the very edge of the Meursault appellation, sharing the same chalky, alluvial subsoils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe 2023 growing season provided a generous yield with excellent physiological ripeness, allowing Mikulski to craft a wine that is both \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"136\"\u003evibrant and texturally complete\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Terroir: Meursault’s Neighbor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e If a standard Meursault is a \"rich tapestry,\" this is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003e\"finely drawn sketch.\"\u003c\/b\u003e It offers the DNA of the village at a more accessible entry point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Source:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced from two parcels totaling 1.5 hectares (planted in 1986 and 2005). These plots are located on the borders of Meursault, where the soil is rich in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"166\"\u003efine river alluvium and limestone gravel\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Craft:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLow Oak Influence:\u003c\/b\u003e Aged for 10 months in French oak barrels, with only \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003e10–15% new oak\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure the fruit remains the star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinishing:\u003c\/b\u003e After barrel aging, the wine spends 2 months in stainless steel vats to \"tighten up\" and regain its fresh, mineral edge before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (The \"Vibe\" in 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eCurrent reviews from late 2025 and early 2026 describe a wine of \"immense purity and crystalline energy.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003ePrecise and Crystalline.\u003c\/b\u003e It leads with high-toned aromas of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eGranny Smith apples, lemon zest, and white flowers\u003c\/b\u003e. As it breathes, subtle notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"154\"\u003efresh almonds and wet stones\u003c\/b\u003e (flint) emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eTense and Saline.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is \"nervy and racy.\" It features a medium-bodied weight with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"103\"\u003esilky, caressing texture\u003c\/b\u003e that never feels heavy. Flavors of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"163\"\u003eyuzu, lime, and white peach\u003c\/b\u003e are underpinned by a sharp, \"telluric\" mineral streak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003ePersistent and Focused.\u003c\/b\u003e It leaves a long, refreshing trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003ebitter lemon and saline minerals\u003c\/b\u003e, with a clean \"snap\" that calls for another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVine Age\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\"\u003e20–40 years old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFarming\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\"\u003ePracticing Organic (non-certified)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12.5% – 13.0%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e87–89 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (Burghound \/ Vinous \/ Jasper Morris)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2025 – 2032.\u003c\/b\u003e It is \"singing\" right now for its freshness, but will gain honeyed complexity over the next 5 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Coastal\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eOysters or Grilled Sea Bass\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine’s saline minerality and \"bitter lemon\" finish are a natural mirror for fresh seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Bistro\" Classic:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003eRoasted Chicken with Herbs\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine has enough texture to stand up to white meat while its acidity cuts through the savory fats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Cheese Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eFresh Chèvre (Goat Cheese) or young Comté\u003c\/b\u003e; the \"almond and green apple\" notes harmonize beautifully with the nuttiness of the cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Because Mikulski uses very little new oak, his wines are highly expressive of temperature. Serve this at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"114\"\u003e11–12°C\u003c\/b\u003e. If served too cold (straight from a 4°C fridge), the delicate \"floral and acacia\" aromatics will remain muted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Mikulski Bourgogne Cote D'or Blanc 2023","offer_id":57808216981878,"sku":"3760186400762","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Alko","offer_id":57808217014646,"sku":"3760186400762","price":31.38,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/mikulskicotedorblanc.png?v=1774252017","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/mikulski-bourgogne-cote-dor-blanc-2023","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}