# Mercurey-Sazenay Premier Cru (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine Génot-Boulanger
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Burgundy, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €75
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, red cherry, red plum, vanilla, cloves, wet stones, earth

## About this wine

Domaine Génot-Boulanger Mercurey-Sazenay Premier Cru 2021 is a 100% Pinot Noir from Burgundy's Côte Chalonnaise. The estate, a family-run operation in Meursault, emphasizes organic and biodynamic viticulture. The Sazenay Premier Cru vineyard, planted in 2000 and 2015, is situated on clay-limestone soil with an eastern exposure. The wine is noted for its sensual and spring-like qualities, embodying the terroir of Mercurey.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyard planted in 2000 and 2015.
- 1.81-hectare plot with eastern exposure.
- Organic farming practices are employed.
- Aged in oak then stainless steel.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and fine tannins complement the protein in red meats and poultry, while its freshness cuts through richer sauces. Red fruit notes can echo fruit-based accompaniments, and earthy undertones pair well with mushrooms.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Domaine Génot-Boulanger Mercurey-Sazenay Premier Cru 2021 begins with a manual harvest. Grapes are 100% destemmed and undergo fermentation for 2-3 weeks in traditional open vats using indigenous yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in oak barrels, with 10-15% new oak, and then spends an additional 6 months in stainless steel tanks. The estate practices organic viticulture.