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Mercurey Premier Cru “Les Combins”
Mercurey Premier Cru “Les Combins”
Location
Mercurey takes its name from an ancient temple built by the Romans in honor of Mercury. With its 650 hectares, 85 Climats in Mercurey ``village,`` and 32 Premiers Crus, it is the largest appellation in the Côte Chalonnaise. The toponymic origin of this Climat probably comes from the slightly hilly aspect of the area.
Grape variety
100 % Pinot Noir.
Vinification
Manual harvesting, sorting of grapes upon arrival at the winery. Fermentary maceration in thermoregulated stainless steel vats for 16 to 20 days. Aging in oak barrels (20% new barrels) for 12 to 14 months.
Nose
The bouquet with aromas of red fruits (cherry, raspberry...) and spices also reveals a slightly wild character.
Palate
Very fragrant on the palate, straightforward and direct, it has a dense structure with nice tannins, on a mineral background that brings a pleasant freshness.
Serve with
Classic pairing: Pork chop with red berries. Unusual pairing: Duck breast with Moroccan spices.
Serve at
Service temperature: between 15-16°C.
Cellaring potential
To be enjoyed young on the fruit or to be kept for 3 to 5 years and more.
