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Mercurey 1er Cru Clos l'Évêque
2020
Since 1934 this Château has produced its own bottles and the Devillard family is in its 5th generation of wine growers passionate about grapes and wine. Located in Mercurey in the greater Burgundy region, the 37 hectare vineyard benefits from all the typical attributes of the region, which the Devillards combine with rigorous vinification, always waiting for the maximum maturity of the fruits before starting their work.
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The plots, of 2.06 hectares, in the place called Clos l'Évêque were planted in 1986, part of which was replanted in 2007, facing East/South-East and located on the Clos plateau. The soil is uniform, light, very chalky and composed of small pebbles contributing to water drainage.
The wine is aged for 13 months in 100% oak barrels, 20% of which are in new barrels, then for 3 months in stainless steel vats.
Deep red color, with a velvety appearance. Expressive nose of cherry, blackcurrant, enhanced with a hint of peppery spices. On the palate, this Clos l'Evêque is crunchy, with coated tannins, providing serious structure. The finish is long and very fresh. Pairings with red meats
Produced from three parcels that total 2ha at the northern edge of the premier cru band, exposed to the east and south. Fermented with 10% whole clusters that receive a cold soak, then a fermentation of two weeks with punching down prior to ageing in cask (25% new). The result has a bright, concentrated raspberry fruit and tannins that are silky but pleasantly firm.
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