{"title":"Mercury","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"301\" data-start=\"289\"\u003e Mercury\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"627\" data-start=\"303\"\u003e Mercurey is one of the most important appellations in the \u003ca title=\"Côte Chalonnaise wine region\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/subregio-cote-chalonnaise\"\u003eCôte Chalonnaise\u003c\/a\u003e and is known for its characterful \u003ca title=\"More red Burgundy\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/rode-bourgogne\"\u003ered Burgundy wines\u003c\/a\u003e with structure and depth. Unlike many of the better-known villages in the \u003ca title=\"Côte de Nuits wine region in Burgundy\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/subregio-cote-de-nuits\"\u003eCôte de Nuits\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Côte de Beaune wine region in Burgundy\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/subregio-cote-de-beaune\"\u003eCôte de Beaune,\u003c\/a\u003e Mercurey offers a clear Burgundy profile, but with its own, slightly more robust signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"674\" data-start=\"629\"\u003e Mercurey's position within Burgundy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"913\" data-start=\"676\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMercurey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is located in the \u003cstrong data-end=\"766\" data-start=\"725\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCôte Chalonnaise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e , south of the Côte de Beaune. Within this region, Mercurey is the largest and most prestigious appellation, especially for red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"915\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"995\" data-start=\"915\"\u003eWhy is Mercurey often seen as the red heart of the Côte Chalonnaise?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"998\" data-start=\"995\"\u003e Because most of the quality wines here are red and Pinot Noir is pronounced and structured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1138\" data-start=\"1117\"\u003e Soil and terroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1140\"\u003eMercurey's soils consist primarily of limestone and clay, similar to those of the Côte de Beaune further north. The vineyards are situated on gently sloping slopes with good exposure, which ensures full ripeness of the grapes and retention of freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1519\" data-start=\"1412\"\u003e This combination produces wines with more structure and grip than many other wines from the Côte Chalonnaise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1550\" data-start=\"1521\"\u003e Red and white from Mercurey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1567\" data-start=\"1552\"\u003e Red wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1784\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003e Red Mercurey is made from \u003ca title=\"More wine with Pinot Noir\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/rode-wijn-pinot-noir\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1615\" data-start=\"1601\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and forms the foundation of the appellation. The wines are distinctly Burgundian, but often display a bit more power and robustness than their counterparts from more elegant villages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003e Characteristic of red Mercurey:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003e solid structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003e clear tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003e ripe but controlled fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1816\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003e suitable for maturing for several years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1953\" data-start=\"1937\"\u003e White wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"2211\" data-start=\"1955\"\u003eBesides red, Mercurey also produces \u003ca title=\"more wine from Chardonnay\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/witte-wijn-chardonnay\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1990\"\u003ewhite Chardonnay wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e . These wines are less well-known, but offer a serious, balanced style with freshness and structure. They represent an interesting alternative to white Burgundy outside the Côte de Beaune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2241\" data-start=\"2213\"\u003e Premier Cru vineyards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2494\" data-start=\"2243\"\u003e Mercurey boasts a significant number of \u003cstrong data-end=\"2316\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003ePremier Cru vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e , underscoring the appellation's quality and reputation. These plots produce wines with additional concentration, length, and aging potential compared to village wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2593\" data-start=\"2496\"\u003e Premier Cru Mercurey shows that the Côte Chalonnaise can be more than just entry-level Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2634\" data-start=\"2595\"\u003e Style comparison within Burgundy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2719\" data-start=\"2636\"\u003e Compared to villages in the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, Mercurey is generally:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n \u003cli data-end=\"2719\" data-start=\"2636\"\u003eslightly more powerful than \u003ca title=\"Volnay Bourgogne\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/appellatie-volnay\"\u003eVolnay\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2719\" data-start=\"2636\"\u003e less refined than \u003ca title=\"Vosne-Romanée Burgundy\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/appellatie-vosne-romanee\"\u003eVosne-Romanée\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2719\" data-start=\"2636\"\u003e firmer and more serious than many \u003ca title=\"Mâcon Burgundy\" href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/appellatie-macon\"\u003eMâcon\u003c\/a\u003e wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2983\" data-start=\"2838\"\u003e This position makes Mercurey attractive to enthusiasts who are looking for structure, but do not necessarily want the price level of the northern Côte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3020\" data-start=\"2985\"\u003e Who is Mercurey suitable for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3210\" data-start=\"3022\"\u003e Mercurey is particularly suited to lovers of red Burgundy with character and grip. The wines offer clarity, structure, and provenance, without being excessively restrained or fragile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3322\" data-start=\"3212\"\u003e Mercurey is also a logical next step for those who want to explore Burgundy beyond the best-known names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3357\" data-start=\"3324\"\u003e Mercurey at Perfectewijn.nl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"3586\" data-start=\"3359\"\u003eAt Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Mercurey for those seeking authentic Burgundy with structure and depth. This appellation showcases the Côte Chalonnaise's distinctive character, with its serious Pinot Noir and surprisingly good Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-de-chamirey-mercurey","title":"Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey White","description":"Oh my, oh my, life can be so good with this white Château de Chamirey Mercurey in your glass. Because the world stands still for a moment when you're tasting it! The Chardonnay grapes are harvested very selectively and then aged in oak, and you can taste it! The grapes come from six different plots. The diversity and distinctive character of each plot is expressed in this Mercurey Blanc. Most of the plots have clay-limestone soils, which are predominantly limestone.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Manual harvest for Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey White\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe story of Domaine Devillard began in 1934, when the Marquis de Jouennes d'Herville decided to bottle his wines on the estate, first in Mercury. Since 2005, his grandchildren have run Château de Chamirey, supported by their father, Bertrand Devillard. The estate has now grown to 37 hectares. Besides this château, the Devillards also manage several estates in Burgundy and beyond, including Domaine de la Ferté in Givry and the prestigious Domaine des Perdrix in the Côte de Nuits.\n\n\n \nThe grapes are harvested by hand to ensure their quality. After harvesting, the grapes are sorted by hand and partially destemmed before pressing. This is followed by maceration for 12 to 24 hours. This is followed by alcoholic fermentation at a temperature between 14 and 18 degrees Celsius in wooden or stainless steel barrels, depending on the aromatic profile. The wine is aged for ten months after fermentation. And then it's time to enjoy this delicious wine!\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e What does the Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey White taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n This Mercurey is a bright yellow in the glass with occasional green reflections. The aroma offers powerful notes of vanilla, citrus, and a touch of lime, buttery notes, nuts, and burnt toast. A truly beautiful wine. The palate of this Château de Chamirey Mercurey is full and powerful, with beautiful flavors of white fruit and pear. It's full and powerful, with good acidity and a touch of bitterness, and elegant.","brand":"Vinites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775774494799,"sku":"7721","price":34.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/chateau-de-chamirey-mercurey_7513744703567.webp?v=1772530958"},{"product_id":"chateau-de-chamirey-mercurey-la-mission-1er-cru","title":"Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey La Mission 1er Cru","description":"The finest, the showpiece, the jewel of the Château de Chamirey winery, this Mercurey La Mission 1er Cru. For generations, the Devillards have owned four estates in Burgundy, from north to south, from the Côte de Nuits to the Mâconnais. This offering is unique in Burgundy. Vintage after vintage, the same high standards and consistent quality drive the family and its teams. Together, they share the same philosophy: producing the finest wines possible, the finest expression of their terroir, characterized by balance and elegance. This is also how they own Château de Chamirey, a historic estate in the Côte Chalonnaise.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e A unique wine from Chateau de Chamirey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe Château de Chamirey vineyards are located in Mercurey. They are the largest producer of white Mercurey and consist partly of vineyards classified as Premier Cru. The Premier Cru \"La Mission\" is a monopoly of the estate. This means that the entire Premier Cru is owned by Château de Chamirey. No other estate can market a wine from this Cru. Imagine how special it is! The quality of this Cru is exceptional, and Domaine Devillard dreams of this vineyard one day becoming one of the first Grands Crus of the Côte Chalonnaise.\n\n\n\n The grapes for this La Mission are harvested by hand. After sorting, the entire harvest is pressed. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations take place in oak barrels. The wine then ages for 12 to 14 months, after which it is bottled and marketed.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The smell and taste of Chateau de Chamirey Mercurey La Mission 1er Cru\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWhat a powerful, full-bodied wine, with a golden color and green highlights. A classic aroma with plenty of vanilla, citrus, lime, butter, and roasted nuts. It has a lovely woody flavor with excellent length. We can definitely tell that a great deal of care has gone into this wine!","brand":"Vinites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775771054159,"sku":"7722","price":69.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/chateau-de-chamirey-mercurey-la-mission-1er-cru_7722.webp?v=1770110605"},{"product_id":"louis-latour-mercurey-rouge-2019","title":"Louis Latour Mercurey Red 2019","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zmpz8p\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eLouis Latour Mercurey Rouge 2019 Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eLouis Latour Mercurey Rouge 2019 is a red Burgundy made from Pinot Noir from the Côte Chalonnaise, a region just south of the Côte d'Or. Mercurey is known for red wines with earthy fruitiness, good grip, and a more robust Burgundian profile than many lighter village wines. This 2019 combines 25-year-old vines, manual harvesting, and stainless steel aging to produce a Pinot Noir with raspberry, cherry, licorice, spices, and a vibrant, powerful structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"563\"\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eMercurey is located in the Côte Chalonnaise, a Burgundian region where Pinot Noir often turns out somewhat firmer and earthier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mercurey is a village and appellation in the Côte Chalonnaise, south of the Côte d'Or. The wine has clear kinship with red Burgundy from the Côte de Beaune, but in Mercurey it often gains more earthy fruitiness and grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eHistorical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e The name Mercurey dates back to Roman times, when Roman legions built a temple here for Mercury, the god of trade and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines grow on clay and limestone. Clay gives Pinot Noir more roundness and fruit filling, while limestone contributes to freshness, tension, and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vines are on average 25 years old, and the yield is around 45 hl per hectare. The grapes are harvested by hand, allowing for careful selection of the delicate Pinot Noir fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eGrape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eThis red Burgundy is made entirely from Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003ePinot Noir – Mercurey:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir gives this wine its raspberry, cherry, fine tannins, and earthy Burgundian undertone. In Mercurey, the grape often gains extra backbone and spiciness, making the wine feel more powerful than many lighter Pinot Noir from Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003eThe vinification focuses on fruit, structure, and a transparent style without oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ferments traditionally in open vats and undergoes full malolactic fermentation. This process helps to extract color, aroma, and structure from the skins, while malolactic fermentation softens the acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 10–12 months in stainless steel tanks. This keeps the fruit bright and direct, with raspberry, cherry, licorice, and spices without the influence of new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2623\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003eAging potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Mercurey has an aging potential of 3–5 years. The 2019 vintage has already developed nicely, while the fresh fruit core and tannin structure are still intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eTasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2881\"\u003eIn the glass, Mercurey Rouge 2019 has a deep, silky garnet color. The nose opens with raspberry, followed by a broad and rounded taste of cherry, licorice, and spices. The finish is lively, powerful, and finely earthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2908\"\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve this Mercurey at 14–15 °C, so that the red fruit, spiciness, and fine tannins come together beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3128\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3036\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent with confit goose, roasted lamb, poultry with gravy, mushrooms, and Cantal cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"om3m1d\" data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3144\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3325\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3183\"\u003e92\/100, Wine Enthusiast (2019):\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly rated for its fresh fruit, earthy tension, transparent style without new oak, and a finish with graphite and fine tea tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3522\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003e4.0 stars, Vivino:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong user rating for this red Burgundy from Mercurey, with the fruitiness, grip, and earthy depth that makes Pinot Noir from the Côte Chalonnaise so interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14kb3ee\" data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3567\"\u003eMore information about Maison Louis Latour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3569\" data-end=\"4015\"\u003eMaison Louis Latour was founded in 1797 and is one of Burgundy's historic family houses. The house remains independent and in the hands of the founding family, with a style that focuses on origin, precision, and Burgundian elegance. For this Mercurey, Louis Latour deliberately chooses stainless steel, so that the fruit, the earthy side of the appellation, and the natural structure of Pinot Noir come through clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Latour","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45246097850447,"sku":"3353","price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/LouisLatourMercureyRouge2019.webp?v=1778842958"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/appellatie-mercurey.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}