Maison Chanzy - 2022 - Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy Rouge - 750 ml.

Subregion: Côte Chalonnaise / Mercurey

Maison Chanzy’s Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy Rouge is a terroir-focused Pinot Noir from the Côte Chalonnaise that marries bright red fruit and savory complexity with quietly confident structure. Sourced from a first-growth plot in Mercurey, this wine shows the hallmark traits Burgundy collectors prize: strawberry and red cherry aromas layered with hints of lemon peel, forest floor and mushroom, and a spine of balanced acidity that keeps the palate lively. The mid-palate is medium-bodied, showing fine-grained tannins and a polished mouthfeel, while gentle oak influence brings warm spice and savory toast rather than overt sweetness. This is a wine for those who appreciate Burgundian nuance — drinkers who want an expressive, food-friendly Pinot Noir that performs beautifully with roast lamb, duck breast, rich mushroom risotto and aged soft cheeses. Maison Chanzy’s Clos du Roy rewards near-term drinking for its accessible fruit and freshness, and also offers the structure to develop further complexity with several years in bottle. Expect bright, precise fruit, savory tertiary notes with age, and an overall sense of restraint and terroir clarity. Ideal for curated holiday menus, intimate dinners, or cellars that value quality Burgundian expression from the Côte Chalonnaise.