Mercurey 1er Cru 2020

Presentation of the appellation

In the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise, Mercurey is one of the largest wine appellations in Burgundy. The vineyards lie on marl and marl-limestone terroirs from the Oxfordian period. The vines are given generous expression in these white, limestone-rich, or red and clayey soils.

Tasting: Subtle and generous

Grilled jumbo prawns with Szechuan pepper
Potential and cellaring advice: 2 to 5 years. Serving temperature: 16°C

Vineyard

• Density of planting: 9 000 wines / ha

Wine

• Vinification: 5 to 7 days of cold pre-fermentation and two weeks of maceration with pumping over twice a day
• Aging: 15 months, 20% new barrels
• Production: 8000 bottles