Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Bruno Lorenzon 2017

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Mercurey 1er Cru Les Champs Martin Bruno Lorenzon 2017

The wine

On a slope exposed to the south/south-east, the grapes ripen early. After harvesting by hand, vinification in vats, and a long maceration, the wine is matured in oak barrels. Its deep, ruby colour exudes a nose of red fruits, blackberry, and cinnamon. Earthy and cacao aromas will develop delicately over time. On the palate, there is a concentration of fruit with a sound and balanced underscore of acidity. The tannins remain elegant, leading to a superb finish. To age for at least ten years and enjoy with a dish like veal or refined cheese.

Bruno Lorenzo took over the family estate in 1997, after a career in various fields including consulting in cooperage. This experience gave him a sharp eye for selecting the best oak for his casks, which are seasoned for at least three years and crafted on his property. Bruno also gained valuable experience working in vineyards in South Africa and New Zealand. When he took over the family estate, now covering 10 hectares, he chose to showcase the marley limestone slopes and old vines, mainly located on Premier Cru plots on the finest south- and south-west-facing slopes of Mercurey. The vines have long been cultivated as naturally as possible, following organic practices, without weedkillers or chemical inputs. The soils are carefully worked, and drawing inspiration from the methods of Lalou Bize-Leroy, the winegrower trains his vines high to optimise photosynthesis and berry ripening. Regarded as a veritable craftsman of Chardonnay, Bruno Lorenzo is undoubtedly a rising star worthy of your attention.