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Mercurey 1er Cru, Les Naugues 2017, Francois Raquillet
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Mercurey 1er Cru, Les Naugues 2017, Francois Raquillet
Product Details
Wine: Mercurey 1er Cru, Les Naugues 2017
Winery: Francois Raquillet
Country: France
Region: Côte Chalonnaise
Wine type: Red wine
Grape variety: Pinot Noir
Flavor profile: Concentrated and rich
Vintage: 2017
Units in product: 75cl
🇬🇧 🍷 Mercurey 1er Cru, Les Naugues 2017 – François Raquillet 🍒✨
Deep, refined and gastronomic – a Premier Cru Mercurey Pinot Noir with impressive depth and an unbeatable price!
In the heart of Mercurey, the gastronomic jewel of the southern Côte Chalonnaise, the Les Naugues Premier Cru 2017 by François Raquillet shines as a textbook example of power, finesse and exceptional value. For Gevrey-Chambertin lovers – without the hefty price tag. A true hidden Burgundy gem!
🍇 Tasting Notes
In the glass, a deep ruby red. The nose seduces with a complex bouquet of ripe black fruits, plums and juicy cherries, underpinned by subtle spicy notes, a touch of earthiness and a hint of cedarwood. On the palate, it is full, intense and layered, with excellent balance and silky tannins supporting a long, lush finish. A Pinot Noir with both body and elegance, made for the gastronomic table.
🌱 Terroir & Winemaking
- Origin: Les Naugues Premier Cru, one of the finest terroirs in Mercurey, Côte Chalonnaise.
- Grape: 100% Pinot Noir from 50-year-old vines.
- Soil: Limestone-clay soils delivering depth and structure.
- Winemaking: Low yields, refined use of French oak – François Raquillet’s hallmark balance.
- Style: Rich, powerful yet smooth and elegant.
🍽️ Food Pairing
This Premier Cru pairs beautifully with hearty, classic dishes:
- 🐂 Boeuf Bourguignon – the iconic Burgundy pairing.
- 🍗 Coq au Vin – slow-cooked for ultimate harmony.
- 🍄 Dishes with mushrooms, such as wild game stew or porcini risotto.
- 🦆 Duck breast with cherry sauce – echoes the wine’s fruit.
- 🧀 Aged Burgundy cheeses like Époisses or Ami du Chambertin.
🏰 About François Raquillet
François Raquillet is one of Mercurey’s benchmark winemakers, representing the pinnacle of the appellation. For generations, the Raquillet family has cultivated prime hillside plots with a deep respect for tradition and modern finesse. His Les Naugues Premier Cru is often cited as proof that Mercurey can rival the greats of the Côte d’Or – but at a much more approachable price.
✅ Why this wine is a smart choice
- 🍒 Premier Cru quality: rich and complex with ripe fruit and finesse.
- 🌱 50-year-old vines & low yields: pure terroir expression.
- 🏅 Refined oak ageing: balanced, never overpowered.
- 🍽️ Gastronomic: perfect for classic meat dishes and mushrooms.
- 💎 Top quality without the Côte d’Or price tag.
✨ In a nutshell
- 🍷 Mercurey 1er Cru Pinot Noir: black fruits, cherries, spices, earthy notes.
- 🏞️ Top Les Naugues terroir, François Raquillet’s signature style.
- 🍇 Old vines, low yields, refined ageing.
- 🍽️ Perfect with boeuf bourguignon, coq au vin and mushroom dishes.
✨ Discover Mercurey 1er Cru Les Naugues 2017 – François Raquillet: top-class Burgundy with depth and elegance at an unbeatable price. Pure Pinot Noir magic on your table!
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