En Primeur | Domaine Tupinier-Bautista
The Tupinier family have been making wine in the hamlet of Touches in Mercurey since 1770. The domaine now takes its name from them and the late Jacques Tupinier’s son-in-law, Manu Bautista. Manu’s presence fills a room, he has a passion for the domaine and family. With no children of his own, he has employed his sister’s two children who will in turn succeed him. He likes to destalk all the fruit and, following a long cold maceration for the colour and flavour, will do a gentle fermentation over a period of two to three weeks. The estate’s style shows off a harmonious richness and confidence.2022 Mercurey Blanc 1er Cru en Sazenay Tupinier-Bautista
£320.00 In Bond £422.47 Inc VAT (£35.20 Per Bottle)-
Goedhuis, December 2023
The light soil base and easterly facing slopes make this vineyard a very good location for growing Chardonnay. Lemon yellow colour: aromas of noisette, melon and guava, on the palate it shows its forward nature, charming opulence with an appealing viscosity on the finish.
2022 Mercurey Blanc 1er Cru Les Vellées Tupinier-Bautista
£340.00 In Bond2022 Mercurey Vieilles Vignes Tupinier-Bautista
£240.00 In Bond £326.47 Inc VAT (£27.20 Per Bottle)2022 Mercurey Clos des Touches Tupinier-Bautista
£255.00 In Bond £344.47 Inc VAT (£28.70 Per Bottle)-
Goedhuis, December 2023
A relatively new cuvée having historically been blended into the domaine’s vieilles vignes cuvee. Manu decided to separate it out, highlighting the individuality of the local hamlet’s style. Surprisingly broad shouldered, with an ample, full-bodied mouthfeel and excellent fruit concentration. Great length.
2022 Mercurey 1er Cru en Sazenay Tupinier-Bautista
£290.00 In Bond £386.47 Inc VAT (£32.20 Per Bottle)-
Goedhuis, December 2023
Manu is fortunate enough to own a full hectare of this fine south easterly facing Premier Cru with an ideal mix of Côte de Nuits clay and limestone soils. A smattering of vanilla and oak on the nose, on the palate it combines charming, sweet black fruit with bright appealing zest of freshness. A very complete and ripe style.
2022 Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy Tupinier-Bautista
£375.00 In Bond £488.47 Inc VAT (£40.70 Per Bottle)-
Goedhuis, December 2023
The east facing slopes of Clos du Roy combine soils of clay and chalk and make wines of great distinction. A very striking style, with tayberry, violet and cinnamon perfumed nose. The palate is appealingly juicy and plush. Spiced and dark mocha flavours, the tannins are silky in style: this is a bit of a showstopper. Lovely!
