Mercurey

East of Mercurey, a plot of a few ares, Climat "La Perrière". 

Terroir

Limestone clay soil – 40-50% of light brown very hard chalk and limestone. 

Vines

Average of 30 years old Chardonnay. Organic practicing, systematically disbudding.   

Grapes are chilled down to 12°c, direct crushing, no destemming to facilitate flow. 15 to 30 days barrel fermented.

Malolactic fermentation in 400 litres local French oak barrels with 30% new.

On the nose, the tasting easily recognizes the characteristics of Burgundian Chardonnay (notes of hazelnut and fresh brioche). Then, more refined aromas of hawthorn and meadow flowers are revealed.

Drink

Within 5 years

Vintage 2024

The 2024 vintage in the Côte Chalonnaise is emerging as both limited and remarkably promising. Despite a challenging season marked by frost, hail, and intense mildew pressure, the grapes ultimately reached satisfying ripeness thanks to a luminous, steady August. The Chardonnays display finely sculpted profiles, carrying vibrant freshness, bright citrus nuances, and a confidently expressed minerality. The Pinot Noirs, though produced in modest quantities, show a deep garnet hue, delicate red‑berry aromatics, and an elegant framework supported by refined, silky tannins. Winemaking has been precise and controlled, with clean fermentations and harmonious balances already taking shape. Volumes may be low, but quality stands out clearly. A vintage defined by meticulous work and exacting craftsmanship—one that will captivate enthusiasts of Burgundian finesse.

Isabelle of Portugal was born in Evora on February 21st, 1397 and married Philip the Good at a later age. She had a strong political influence on her husband and son Charles the Bold.