Bautista - Mercurey - Clos de Touches - Rouge - 2022

Wine:

With a clear oaky profile at this stage, the 2022 red Mercurey Clos de Touches offers a Pinot of great purity, with pronounced freshness and maturity. Black fruits and delicate spices meld in a fleshy, concentrated structure that is both noble and elegant, with tight tannins suggesting a potential for aging of 5 years or more. Rated 93/100 by the Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, totally destemmed, 20-day vatting period.
Aged 11 to 12 months in new oak barrels of one, two or three wines.

Color:

Bright, intense red with carmine highlights.

Nose:

An aromatic blend oscillating between black fruit aromas and mild spices.

Palate:

Both concentrated and full-bodied, this elegant cuvée boasts tight tannins and interesting ageing potential.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Red tuna carpaccio, rabbit gibelotte, veal or chicken tagine.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029, and even longer for enthusiasts.

A revelation from the Côte Chalonnaise, Domaine Tupinier-Bautista excels with a quiet distinction, recognized by its entry into the RVF guide. With 11 hectares in Mercurey, Manu Bautista crafts deep wines of rare balance, featuring fruit of great concentration and purity. This winemaker stands out for his precise decisions on ripeness and aging, delivering the full expression of his village and premier cru terroirs.