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Mercurey Albert Bichot - Half bottle Red wine ● Mercurey

2017 37.5cl
37.5cl
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    Mercurey - Albert Bichot - 2017 - Rouge
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    In a few words ...

    Vineyard work Our approach to viticulture on our estates serves as a benchmark for our winemaking partners. Their vineyards are monitored by our teams with the same rigor as ours. This long-term partnership enables us to set precise objectives with the winemakers, particularly in terms of health, yields and grape maturity at harvest time. Vinification Hand-picked into 25-kilo crates, the grapes are transported to the winery as quickly as possible to preserve the integrity of this delicate fruit. The grapes then pass over a vibrating sorting table to remove any damaged berries or bunches. The harvest is destemmed to avoid excessive bitterness due to the tannins in the stalks. Fermentative maceration then lasts 15 to 20 days in our temperature-controlled conical oak vats. This enables us to control fermentation temperatures, which have a direct influence on the extraction of aromas and color. Finally, a gentle, selective pressing enhances the wine's nobility and elegance. Ageing Aging in barrels brings aromas and, thanks to the porosity of the wood, oxygenation, allowing the wine to mature properly. maturation of the wine. This wine was aged for 14 to 16 months in our cellars in oak barrels (15 to 20% new barrels). The varied origins of the barrels (Tronçais forest, Allier, Vosges), their specific toasting and their age all contribute to our quest for aromatic complexity in the revelation of this great terroir.

    Tasting notes

    Appearance

    The color is a deep, pure ruby.

    Aroma

    On the nose, this Mercurey red exhales wild, fruity aromas with notes of red and black fruit, plum and peach.

    Wine Fruity

    Taste

    On the palate, this gourmet wine is full of finesse. The finish is harmonious and persistent.

    Wine Gouleyant

    Product details

    Keeps

    5 years

    Peak

    -

    Service

    16°C

    Grape varieties Pinot noir

    Terroir Terrains marno-calcaires de l’oxfordien.

    Culture type

    -

    Alcohol

    13%

    Content

    37.5cl

    Decanting

    -

    Food and wine pairings

    Starters

    Apéritif dînatoire (tapas, jambon cru, saucisson corse).

    Meat

    Boeufs braisés, couscous et tajines.

    Vegetables

    Légumes confits aux épices douces.

    Cheeses

    Fromages forts (époisses).

    Guides reviews

    4.45/5

    (2 ratings by guides)

    89 / 100 James Suckling

    89 / 100 Wine Decider

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