Mercurey

1er Cru "Clos l'Evêque"

Fine and complex
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This "Climat"

In 1548, this large plot belonged to the bishops (evêque in French) of Chalon and kept the name "Clos L'Evêque"

Tasting

Appearance : Nice deep profound ruby robe, limpid and brilliant Bouquet : Open and pleasant aromas of wild red and black berries (blackberries) highlighted with peppery notes In the mouth : Powerful and firm, nicely balanced, full of fruits with a long finish
Mercurey 1er Cru "Clos l'Evêque"

Terroir

Terroirs: Clay-limestone terroir with a predominance of limestone over the entire slope which makes it both wonderfully balanced and delightfully complex. Care: Variable pruning to reflect requirements of the top, middle and bottom of the slope Age: 50 years
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  • image/svg+xml bouteille bouteille 13 %vol.
  • image/svg+xml raisin raisin Pinot Noir
  • image/svg+xml elevage elevage 16 months
  • image/svg+xml futneuf futneuf 35% new barrel
  • image/svg+xml temps temps 8 years