En Primeur | Domaine Jean-Pierre et Vincent Charton
Domaine Charton is a little jewel within the appellation of Mercurey, founded by Vincent’s grandfather in 1941. Vincent credits his father Jean-Pierre with assembling their 11.5 hectare portfolio from some of the appellation’s finest locations. Jean-Pierre, in his role as vineyard manager for the Bouchard estates in the village, had a watchful eye for his favourite spots. When they occasionally came on to the market, providing they were within his means, he quietly picked them up to expand and become one of the village’s most respected domaines. Whilst nowadays Jean-Pierre is more often than not out on “la Chasse”, he watchfully supports his son, taking great pride in the recognition he has received as one of the best young winemakers in Burgundy.
2021 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy Vincent et Jean-Pierre Charton
£150.00 In Bond £196.07 Inc VAT-
Goedhuis, December 2022
Considered, as the name suggests, the most regal of the Mercurey Premiers Crus vineyards. A combination of marl and chalk soil, it produces pronounced and structured wines. Blackberry and Moroccan spice, the tight tension within the overall volume of fruit provides precision and complexity. Great length. This has huge class.
2021 Mercurey 1er Cru Naugues Vincent et Jean-Pierre Charton
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Goedhuis, December 2022
Les Naugues is a prized vineyard within the appellation and its deep clay soils make a gloriously full and rich Mercurey. Dark black fruit flavours with bilberry and tayberry. Excellent fleshy character, hugely pleasing.
2021 Mercurey 1er Cru La Chassiere Vincent et Jean-Pierre Charton
£150.00 In Bond £196.07 Inc VAT-
Goedhuis, January 2023
An highly scented style, full of fresh strawberry and raspberry, with a gentle rose petal perfume. A silky easy texture, fine and approachable with an abundance of youthful pleasure.