About
Built in the 17th century, the historic winery at the Château de Chamirey has been renovated in a traditional style, using high-quality, locally-made materials, including Corton stone, Burgundy oak, and aged glass and metal. In 1934, Marquis de Jouennes produced the first bottle of red Mercurey under Château de Chamirey’s name. The estate consists of 37 hectares (15 of which are Premier Cru) reflecting the diverse soils and micro climates found within the Mercurey appellation.
Wine lovers can taste wines from 5 estates run by the Devillard Family: Château de Chamirey, Domaine des Perdrix, Domaine de la Ferté, Domaine de la Garenne, Le Renard.
Mercurey Blanc
Côte Chalonnaise
Harvest & Vintage Notes
From 7 different plots across the village, predominately limestone soils with a bit of well-draining clay. Fermented and aged in a combination of stainless steel and French oak. The 400 liter Burgundian barrels are from Allier, Bourgogne, and Vosges forests. Stone fruit, white flowers, fresh.
Scores
2019 Burghound.com 89
Mercurey Blanc En Pierrelet
Côte Chalonnaise
Harvest & Vintage Notes
From 2 plots planted in 1990, located behind Château de Chamirey, in a mix of clay and limestone. Fermented and aged in 400 litres light toasted French oak for 10 months, with around 30% of new barrels. Aromas of citrus, floral, long and fresh.
Scores
2019 Burghound.com 90
Mercurey Blanc Premier Cru La Mission Monopole
Côte Chalonnaise
Harvest & Vintage Notes
Three small plots planted between 1961 and 1997. Clay, limestone, and sandy soils. Fermented and aged in traditional 228 liter Burgundian barrels. Aged 14 months in 15% new oak, lightly toasted. Fruity, anise, spicy.
Scores
2019 Burghound.com 91
2018 Wine Advocate 90
Mercurey Rouge
Côte Chalonnaise
Harvest & Vintage Notes
Three of the 10 small plots in this bottle are Premier Cru vineyards. Various exposures are planted in clay and limestone soils. Fermented with natural yeasts and then aged in 228 liter Burgundian barrels (70%) and the remaining 30% of the blend is aged in stainless steel vats. Redcurrant, raspberry, bright.
Scores
2019 Burghound.com 89
Mercurey Rouge Premier Cru Clos des Ruelles Monopole
Côte Chalonnaise
Harvest & Vintage Notes
Two plots planted between 1954 and 1980. South and Southeast facing vineyards planted in clay and limestone soils with a high concentration of oxidized iron components. Aged about 13 months in 30% new Burgundian 228 liter barrels and then transferred to tank for three months before bottling. Bright red fruit, floral, licorice.
Scores
2018 Wine Spectator 92 - April 2021
2018 Decanter 92 - January 2021
Mercurey Rouge Premier Cru Clos du Roi
Côte Chalonnaise
Harvest & Vintage Notes
Divided into 4 adjacent plots, these vines were planted between 1970 and 2002. Soils are chalky on this south/southwest facing slope. Aged for 16 months in 30% new Burgundian 228 liter barrels. Naturally fermented. Red berries, clove, silky.
Scores
2019 Burghound.com 92