Château de Chamirey
Mercurey Chardonnay
Mercurey, Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France
2015 vintage. Many Côte de Beaune wines from the famous appellations like Meursault are out of reach for many winelovers, but thankfully there is terrific stuff to be found in less prestigious parts of Burgundy and Château de Chamirey is a safe bet. This "village" Mercurey comes from 6 different plots with predominantly limestone and clay soils. Malolactic and alcoholic fermentations in barrel. Ageing in lightly toasted barriques (15% new). Bright yellow fruit and flowers. In the mouth it displays the richness of the 2015 vintage, but with impeccable balance and very good length. The oak is perfectly integrated and it has a certain complexity and very good length. Very good value as it outperforms many a Meursault at half the price. Kudos to the Devillard family. Highly recommended.
2015 vintage. Many Côte de Beaune wines from the famous appellations like Meursault are out of reach for many winelovers, but thankfully there is terrific stuff to be found in less prestigious parts of Burgundy and Château de Chamirey is a safe bet. This "village" Mercurey comes from 6 different plots with predominantly limestone and clay soils. Malolactic and alcoholic fermentations in barrel. Ageing in lightly toasted barriques (15% new). Bright yellow fruit and flowers. In the mouth it displays the richness of the 2015 vintage, but with impeccable balance and very good length. The oak is perfectly integrated and it has a certain complexity and very good length. Very good value as it outperforms many a Meursault at half the price. Kudos to the Devillard family. Highly recommended.
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👃🏻 black fruits, cherry
👄 tannic, fruity, acid
👃🏻 black fruits, cherry
👄 tannic, fruity, acid
Pure Chardonnay, without being overly oaky, hint of lemon, paired well with swordfish.
Pure Chardonnay, without being overly oaky, hint of lemon, paired well with swordfish.
Nov 3rd, 2024
Minerally. Slight herb? Rich, lemon on temperature rising. 2020 @1200, Fred -, 230623-230723
Minerally. Slight herb? Rich, lemon on temperature rising. 2020 @1200, Fred -, 230623-230723
Jun 23rd, 2023Sage.
“Bursting with scents of pear, peach, orange oil and toasted nuts, the 2018 Mercurey Blanc is medium-bodied, lively and expressive, with racy acids and chalky grip on the finish.” RP88
Sage.
“Bursting with scents of pear, peach, orange oil and toasted nuts, the 2018 Mercurey Blanc is medium-bodied, lively and expressive, with racy acids and chalky grip on the finish.” RP88
Minerals and overall very Burgundy like. According to my wife: with a hint of urine. 12/4-2021
Minerals and overall very Burgundy like. According to my wife: with a hint of urine. 12/4-2021
Apr 12th, 2021
Tasted 9/20. Perfectly lovely 2014 burgundy. Domaine Franey $25 Rating 89
Tasted 9/20. Perfectly lovely 2014 burgundy. Domaine Franey $25 Rating 89
Sep 8th, 2020