Charton Mercurey 1er Cru la Chassiere Red 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Charton
Label Name:
 
Mercurey 1er Cru la Chassiere Red
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Mercurey, Côte Chalonnaise (Burgundy)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
15-17°C

Awards/Ratings
Burghound 90-93 (Oct 2022); retailer listings show 90–93/93 point ranges for the 2021 Charton Mercurey 1er Cru La Chassière

Tasting Note
Bright red fruits (cherry, raspberry), floral lift, earthy/mineral undertones, gentle spice and subtle oak; lacy acidity and medium tannins with a refined, lingering finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, lamb, mushroom risotto, charcuterie, aged Comté. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, bulgogi, miso-glazed salmon, shiitake and soy-based dishes.

Production Method
Pinot Noir destemmed, partial crushing, ~20-day maceration with gentle remontage/punching down, native yeasts, matured in oak barrels.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Charton (Jean-Pierre/Charton family) farms ~11.5 ha in Mercurey, traditional/sustainable viticulture, low yields and careful canopy work.