Maison Chanzy Mercurey Les Bussières
Luminous ruby color with aromas of plum, red currant and hints of floral notes like violets and rose. On the palate, it is the palate offers fresh flavors of red berries (cherry, cassis, redcurrant) and earthy undertones and black pepper finish. Maison Chanzy was founded in 1974 by Daniel Chanzy in Bouzeron, in the northern Côte Chalonnaise. Over time, investment and expansion have allowed Chanzy to acquire additional vineyards across both the Côte Chalonnaise and into Côte de Beaune. The estate prides itself on full control from vineyard to bottle, sustainable farming and limited use of new oak.
Classification: Grand Vin de Burgundy
Grape Varietal: Pinot Noir
Feature: Sustainable, Organic
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Appellation: Mercurey
Grape Profile: Pinot Noir wines are typically light to medium-bodied, with a delicate structure and high acidity. They are known for their aromatic profile, featuring red fruit notes like cherry, strawberry, and raspberry, along with earthier tones of mushroom, forest floor, and sometimes a hint of spice.
Region Profile: The Mercurey AOC is renowned for its predominantly red wines made from Pinot Noir. The region’s soils, primarily composed of clay and limestone, and climate, continental influences, provide ideal conditions for cultivating Pinot Noir with depth, structure, minerality and character.
Pair with: Roasted poultry like duck or chicken. Grilled salmon and sea bass. Range of cheeses, such as Brie, Camembert, and Munster. Mushroom risotto & sauteed vegetables.
