Presentation
The Domaine Charton, located in Burgundy, has been cultivating vines in Mercurey since 1941. Deeply attached to the notion of terroir, it produces wines with unique characteristics, reflecting the typicality of their "Climats". The love of the vine and the wine is passed down from father to son within the family. Grandson of the founder, Vincent is now at the head of the family estate, supported and advised by his father Jean-Pierre. The estate operates 11.50 hectares of vineyards located on excellent terroirs of the Mercurey appellation, in the Côte Chalonnaise.
Location
Plot size: 0.27 hectares.
Terroir
A clay-limestone terroir.
Harvest
Manual harvesting with careful bunch selection.
Winemaking
Alcoholic fermentation in oak barrels.
Ageing
100% oak barrel ageing for 10 months, with 25 to 30% new oak.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 40 years old
Serving
Serving temperature: 10 to 12°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
This Mercurey Premier Cru “Le Clos du Roy” reveals a refined expression of Chardonnay, true to its clay-limestone terroir. The pale gold robe with silvery highlights introduces an expressive bouquet of white flowers, fresh citrus, and stone fruits, subtly enhanced by a hint of toasty oak. On the palate, it strikes a perfect balance between generosity and tension, with a precise and harmonious structure. Oak ageing is discreet and well-integrated, adding depth without overshadowing the fruit’s purity. The finish is long, mineral-driven, and mouthwatering.
Food pairings
This Premier Cru white pairs beautifully with delicate and elegant dishes. It shines alongside seared scallops with a light lemon cream, or a classic sole meunière. For a refined vegetarian option, try a fennel and lemon zest risotto, which highlights the wine’s freshness. It also complements free-range poultry with chanterelle mushrooms, or even sushi and maki rolls, offering a refined and modern take on umami pairings.