Domaine Lorenzon : Mercurey 1er Cru "Pièce 13" 2023

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Mercurey 1er Cru "Pièce 13" 2023 Domaine Lorenzon

Tasting

Colour
A wonderfully clear colour reveals a deep ruby hue, enhanced by vivid violet glints.

Nose
Particularly expressive and beautifully intense, the aromatic bouquet blends scents of ripe red fruits, such as raspberry and cherry, with spicy notes of cinnamon and pepper. Delicate woody touches round out the whole.

Palate
With a velvety texture and perfectly integrated silky tannins, this wine offers superb structure. Ideally balanced acidity supports red fruit aromas accompanied by nuances of liquorice, undergrowth and a mineral touch. The finish stands out for its length, persistence and lovely tension.

Food and Wine Pairing

This red wine pairs beautifully with grilled or roasted beef, such as a rib of beef or a filet mignon, possibly served with a béarnaise sauce. It also enhances poultry dishes, such as coq au vin or duck confit, as well as mushroom preparations, charcuterie or a platter of matured cheeses.

Service and Storage

To fully appreciate the Mercurey 1er Cru "Pièce 13" 2023, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature of between 14 and 15°C in its youth, or between 15 and 16°C after a few years in the cellar. The use of large Burgundy-style glasses is advised. Careful decanting may be considered while the wine is young. This wine, built for ageing, will reveal its full potential over time and can be enjoyed until around 2045.

The Pure and Mineral Expression of a Great Burgundy Wine

The Estate

Founded in 1920 by Georges Lorenzon, Domaine Lorenzon is an unmissable reference of the Côte Chalonnaise, in Burgundy. Originally covering 4.5 hectares, the vineyard now spans 9 hectares. Since 1997, Bruno Lorenzon, drawing on his international experience, has headed the family estate, supported by his sister Carline. The estate stands out for its deep commitment to environmental respect and to showcasing the terroir, producing wines renowned for their purity and minerality.

The Vineyard

Located at the heart of the Mercurey appellation, the vineyard rests on complex soils made up of marl and limestone of Jurassic origin. The vines benefit from an innovative training method with very high-density planting, reaching up to 20,000 vines per hectare, and high trellising to optimise sun exposure. The estate practises certified organic viticulture, with no herbicides or pesticides used for decades. The grapes are harvested exclusively by hand into small crates to preserve the integrity of the berries.

Winemaking and Aging

The making of the Mercurey 1er Cru "Pièce 13" 2023 begins with fermentation and maceration lasting around four weeks, incorporating a proportion of whole clusters and punctuated by regular punching-down. Temperatures are strictly controlled and no chaptalisation is carried out. The wine is aged for one year in lightly toasted oak barrels, custom-made by the winemaker himself, with 20 to 40% new wood. The wine then rests for six months in stainless steel tanks before being bottled without fining or filtration.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir