Château de Chamirey : Mercurey Village 2022

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Château de Chamirey Mercurey Village 2022

Tasting notes

Colour
The colour reveals a dense ruby hue, both deep and intense.

Nose
The nose opens with intense aromas of black fruits, such as blackcurrant and blueberry, enhanced by soft spicy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Palate
On the palate, this wine offers a lovely density and a powerful expression. The tannins, firm yet approachable, are balanced by a vibrant acidity. The finish lingers with great persistence on clean, bright fruit notes.

Food and wine pairing

Ideal with roasted or grilled meats such as beef, this red wine also pairs wonderfully with light game in sauce, braised poultry or a cheese platter. Its suppleness also makes it enjoyable as an aperitif.

Service and storage

For optimal tasting, it is recommended to serve this Mercurey Village 2022 at a temperature between 15 and 16°C. Approachable in its youth, it will continue to develop, reaching its peak around 2029-2030, and can be kept until approximately 2032.

The authentic expression of the Mercurey terroir by Château de Chamirey

The estate

Acquired in 1932 by the Devillard family, Château de Chamirey is an iconic figure of Burgundy. Located at the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise, this estate spans 37 hectares of vines. Now led by the fifth generation, represented by Amaury and Aurore Devillard, the estate stands out for its environmentally responsible approach and its commitment to reflecting the authenticity of its terroirs. The estate is particularly renowned for its impressive proportion of Premiers Crus and its monopole plots, illustrating a historic expertise and a constant pursuit of quality.

The vineyard

This wine comes from a meticulous blend of ten small plots spread across the village of Mercurey. The vines thrive on predominantly clay soils mixed with limestone. The diversity of the hillside exposures allows for capturing different microclimatic nuances, thus contributing to the complexity and balance of the harvested grapes.

The vintage

The year began with a mild winter followed by ideal conditions for flowering. After beneficial rainfall in late June, the summer season was marked by intense heat. Timely rain in mid-August refreshed the vines, restarting ripening. Finally, dry and windy weather preceded the harvest, ensuring optimal sanitary condition of the berries.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes intended for this Mercurey Village 2022 are hand-harvested and then rigorously sorted. After a cold pre-fermentation maceration of four to six days, the berries are partially destemmed. The vatting lasts about fifteen days with regular punching down and pumping over. Aging spans approximately seven months, split between 65% in oak barrels (10% of which are new oak) and 35% in stainless steel tanks. The wine then rests for two additional months in tank before bottling.

Grape variety

100% Pinot Noir.