Food Pairings

• • Roast  Pork
• • Pork  Chops/Loin
• • Red  Meats

 

Domaine Rodet Mercurey 1er Cru en Sazenay 2004		France
From Rodet's Premier Cru estate vineyards at the famous Château de Mercey.

Release Notes:

Out of stock  Item No. : 19987  Our Rating : 92+  Country : France  Region : Mercurey  Grape : Pinot  Noir  Alcohol : 13%

Located in the heart of Burgundy’s Hautes-Côtes de Beaune appellation, Rodet’s Château de Mercey produces an exceptional red Mercurey Premier Cru. The Pinot Noir is hand-harvested to ensure that only the fully riped grapes are used. After vinification, the wine matures in French oak barrels for a year before bottling.

Tasting Notes:

An intense garnet color typical of red Burgundy. The nose is expressive with red berry fruit, raspberry, earthiness and smooth toast notes from the wood. In the mouth, this wine is round and well-balanced with floral, raspberry and cranberry flavors and delicate tannins. The mid-palate is layered with flavors of licorice, plums and vanilla from the oak. Let it breathe for 45 minutes and enjoy with red meats, pork and rich cheeses. A classic Red Burgundy with finesse and depth.

Winery:

Antonin Rodet is one of the most dynamic producers in Burgundy and is consistently lauded by Burgundy critics: Clive Coates, Decanter, etc. Founded in 1875 by its namesake, Rodet originally produced just... Read more