Louis Latour - Mercurey2020

RED WINE

Description

The name of Mercurey and its reputation as a viticultural commune date from the period when the Roman legions erected a temple there to Mercury, their God of Commerce and Trade amongst other things. As regards the character of the wine, Mercurey possesses an individual appeal despite obvious parralels with the Côte de Beaune. Typically, it has a penetrating, earthy fruitiness allied to an ample backbone with plenty of grip on the palate.

Food pairing

Goose confit - roasted lamb - Cantal cheese

Harvest

Average vine age 25 years
Soil Clay and limestone
Average yield 45 hl/ha
Harvest Hand picked

Tasting notes

Of a beautiful ruby colour, our Mercurey 2016 reveals a nose with peppery.
The mouth, rich and fresh, is characterized by silky tannins accompanying subtle notes of strawberry and pepper.

Vinification

Fermentation Traditionnelle en cuve ouverte
Ageing 10 to 12 months ageing in stainless steel vats