Château de Chamirey

Wine - Château de Chamirey blanc 1er Cru "La Mission" Monopole 2008

Conservation

Le Château de Chamirey Mercurey blanc Premier Cru "La Mission" 2008 could be tasted right away or cellared for 3 to 8 years.


Wine making

Grapes are collected manually then pressed in a pneumatic press. Alcoholic fermentation is made in oak barrels and 30% of used oak barrels are brand new. Stirring of the lees is made once a week. Malolactic fermentation is fully completed. Wine is bottled in traditional Burgundy bottles. Each cork is branded with the Wine estate and vintage year.


Tasting Note

Le Château de Chamirey Mercurey blanc Premier Cru "La Mission" 2008 has a nice pale yellow colour with brilliant green reflects. The wine is intense on the nose, with notes of acacia honey, lime and grapefruit. The palate is well-bodied with hints of saltiness and mineral notes. This wine is rich and powerful.


Wine and food pairing

Le Château de Chamirey Mercurey blanc Premier Cru "La Mission" 2008 should be served at 12-14°C. Le Château de Chamirey Mercurey blanc Premier Cru "La Mission" 2008 will pair well with: - white meat, - poultry with cream sauce, - shellfish (crab, lobster), - fish with butter sauce.


Color

Blanc


Village

Mercurey


Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay Appellation: Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey Premier Cru


Wine Details



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