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    Pierre André Mercurey

    2018
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    History

    Originally rooted on Corton hill in the best terroirs of the Côte de Beaune, Pierre André revolutionised Bourgogne wine with his new ideas, his energy and his innate nose for business. His name, now a brand whose reputation has grown over the generations, brings to mind the most wonderful appellations for lovers of Bourgogne wines.

    Mercurey

    Grape variety

    Pinot Noir

    Origin

    In the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise, Mercurey is one of the most important wine appellations of Burgundy.

    Soil

    The soil consists of limestone containing marl and clay.

    Vinification

    Harvest by hand. Traditional vinification in thermoregulated stainless steel. Pre-fermentation - temperature controlled cold maceration. Long fermentation during which pigeages and pumping over are performed. Aged in oak barrels between 8 and 12 months.

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    Mercurey

    sensory characteristic

    Colour

    Red with purple highlights.

    Nose

    The bouquet is pleasant and harmonious, with notes of little fruits and cinnamon.

    Palate

    The palate is wide on the attack and offers a structured finish that brings typicity and character to this wine.

    Recommendations

    Perfect with entrecote steak, beef and lamb (braised or stewed - such as beef- bourguignon), slow roasted pork and poultry. The Mercurey also accompanies exotic dishes. Ripened soft cheeses: Camembert, Brie, Pontl'Evêque, Munster, Livarot...

    Serving

    14-16°C

    Cellar potential

    Drink within 4 years.

    2018

    An Exceptional Vintage with Ideal Climatic Conditions

    The 2018 vintage in the Côte Chalonnaise was exceptional, marked by ideal climatic conditions throughout the growing cycle. After a cold winter and generous spring rains recharging the water reserves, fine weather settled in from May. Generous sunshine and warm temperatures without excess allowed harmonious vineyard development.

    The hot and dry summer did not cause water stress thanks to the reserves accumulated in spring. Cool nights also preserved the acidity and aromatic freshness of the grapes. The harvest took place under ideal conditions between late August and mid-September depending on the sectors, with generous yields.

    Red Wines

    The 2018 red wines from the Côte Chalonnaise are distinguished by their deep ruby robe and gourmand nose of fresh red fruits and sweet spices. On the palate, these are round and silky wines with fine and elegant tannins and a beautiful reflection of the different terroirs. This sunny and balanced vintage offers Côte Chalonnaise wines of great concentration with lots of substance and smoothness, but also superb aromatic freshness. An excellent aging potential, especially for the Mercurey and Givry appellations.


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