Domaine Lorenzon : Mercurey 1er Cru "Pièce 13" 2022

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Mercurey 1er Cru "Pièce 13" 2022 Domaine Lorenzon

Tasting

Colour
The colour reveals a deep ruby red hue, combining fine visual intensity with subtle brightness.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with notes of red fruit, dominated by black cherry, blackcurrant and wild berries. With aeration, delicate nuances of undergrowth, earth and a mineral touch emerge.

Palate
On the palate, the wine shows concentrated, ripe fruit, supported by refined, well-integrated tannins. The mid-palate unfolds several layers of fruit, leading into a persistent finish marked by mineral and fruity echoes.

Food and Wine Pairing

This wine pairs perfectly with roasted feathered game such as pheasant or duck, as well as with grilled or braised red meats. It also goes beautifully with dishes showcasing mushrooms.

Service and Storage

To fully appreciate the Mercurey 1er Cru "Pièce 13" 2022 in its youth, serving between 14 and 15°C is recommended. Over time, the temperature can be raised to 15 to 16°C. This wine has the ageing potential to develop favourably until around 2032.

The Authentic Expression of a Burgundy Terroir by Domaine Lorenzon

The Estate

Founded in the 1920s by Georges Lorenzon, Domaine Lorenzon is an essential name in the Burgundy region. Now run by Bruno Lorenzon, who took over in 1997, the estate spans a vineyard of nine to ten hectares. The current owner brings a distinctive vision, favouring meticulous soil work and an environmentally respectful approach, without seeking official certification. The estate stands out for its exacting viticultural methods, aimed at capturing the purest expression of its terroirs.

The Vineyard

The grapes come from thirteen distinct plots of old vines located in the premier cru areas of the Mercurey appellation. Facing south and south-east, at an altitude ranging from 230 to 320 metres, this terroir rests on very stony limestone and marl soils. The vines are trained at a very high planting density, reaching up to 20,000 vines per hectare, combined with high trellising of 1.70 metres. The soils are worked mechanically and the grapes are hand-harvested into small crates.

The Vintage

The year 2022 was marked by particularly hot and dry weather. After a spring with little rainfall, the summer season saw unprecedented temperatures and a marked lack of precipitation. This water stress meant waiting for the saving rains at the end of the season before harvesting, allowing the berries to retain good freshness despite the summer heat.

Winemaking and Aging

The making of the Mercurey 1er Cru "Pièce 13" 2022 begins with a fermentation of around four weeks incorporating some of the stems, punctuated by regular punching down. The wine is then aged in oak barrels, 20 to 40% of which are new, with very light, bespoke toasting. Ageing concludes with a six-month period in stainless steel tanks before bottling, which is carried out without fining or filtration.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir.