Château de Chamirey : Mercurey Village "Clos de la Maladière" 2019

A powerful and woody Mercurey wine

The estate

Dating from the 18th century, Château de Chamirey has been owned by the Devillard family for three generations. A benchmark among fine Burgundy wines, the estate reigns over a 37-hectare vineyard that is poised in the heart of the Mercurey appellation.

The vineyard

The 2019 "Clos de la Maladière" by Château de Chamirey is a Mercurey wine that stems from a 1.36-hectare vineyard made up of 3 parcels. This terroir is unique in that it faces south to north on a slightly sloping plot. The vines were planted between 1959 and 1979 on a clay-limestone soil with small pebbles.

Vinification and ageing

Harvested and sorted by hand, the grapes are completely destemmed. Vinification in vats. Cold pre-fermentation maceration for 4 to 5 days. Alcoholic fermentation. Aged for 11 months 100% in oak barrels (25% of which are new) and then for 2 months in vats.

The blend

Pinot Noir (100%).

Mercurey "Clos de la Maladière" 2019 by Château de Chamirey: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Colour
A beautiful ruby colour.

Nose
A fruity nose with blackcurrant fragrances.

Palate
Powerful on the palate, this Burgundy wine seduces with its perfectly integrated woody notes.

Food and wine pairing

This red wine will complement beef bourguignon.

Service

For an optimal tasting, serve between 13 and 14°C.

Cellaring

This Mercurey "Clos de la Maladière" 2019 by Château de Chamirey can be cellared until around 2029.