Mercurey Rouge Vieilles Vignes from Domaine Faiveley is sourced from old Pinot Noir vines rooted in clay-limestone soils, giving naturally concentrated fruit. The bouquet offers juicy raspberry, red cherry and wild strawberry alongside gentle spice and a hint of vanilla. On the palate the wine is dense yet wonderfully easy to drink, with silky, ripe tannins and lively, well-integrated acidity. The fruit profile remains crystal clear, carried by a touch of earthy minerality. A long, red-fruited finish makes this Mercurey a great match for poultry, charcuterie, pasta dishes or grilled meats with Mediterranean herbs.
Ageing in French oak gives the wine structure, harmony and a clear, fruity expression.
In Burgundy, near Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine Faiveley has carried a seven‑generation legacy since 1825. From the intricate climats of the Côte de Nuits to limestone slopes in the Côte Chalonnaise, the estate’s holdings read like a map of terroir, parcel stitched to parcel across prized villages and crus....
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The grape variety: Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a refined red grape known for red cherry, raspberry, floral notes, spice and silky tannins. It is most famous in Burgundy but thrives in many cool-climate regions.
It pairs beautifully with duck, roast chicken, mushrooms, salmon, pork and game birds. Its fascination lies in finesse, fragrance and the way it expresses origin.
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