Mercurey rouge Premier Cru
"Clos l'Évêque"

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Terroir

Our vineyard of Clos l'Évêque was planted between 1986 and 2013.

Total area: 2,0620 hectares (5,09314 acres).

Climat & Soil : Vines are exposed East/South-east and located on the whole plateau.

Soil is uniform, light, very chalky and composed by small pebbles which contribute to the water's streaming.

Winemaking and Aging

To preserve their integrity, grapes are carefully harvested and sorted out by hand.
Before beginning the alcoholic fermentation we make a cold pre-fermentation during 4 to 6 days to work on the phelonic component's exctraction.
Grapes are previously fully destemmed.
Then full maceration lasts for 15 days during which we'll use only punching the cap. Intensity and numbers are lead to the concentration of tannins, aromas and colour.
Alcoholic fermentation is realized with natural yeasts.

After maceration, free and press wines are separated for aging.
Aging process is taking place 100% in traditional Burgundian 228 liters barrels during 12 months with around 20% of new barrels.

Tasting notes

EYE
Intense red coloration, deep and shiny.

NOSE
The nose is quickly opening-up on ripe red fruits aromas (cherries) with notes of licoricea and spices.

PALATE
On the palate, the texture isverydelicate. The elegant tannins are balanced with a vibrant acidity, giving an aromatic and complex bouquet.
The finish is long, elegant with a touch of saltiness.

Food and wine pairings

Our Mercurey 1erCru 'Clos l'Evêque' 2022 will perfectly pair red and grilled meats.

Service and cellaring

It can be cellared up to 15 years.

Art of tasting

It can be served from now at 15-16°C.