Clos du Roi 2019 | Château de Chamirey | Mercurey 1er Cru

Wine Identification
The Château de Chamirey Clos du Roi is a 2019 Mercurey Premier Cru red wine from Burgundy, France. Produced by the Château de Chamirey estate, this bottling is named after its specific vineyard site, "Clos du Roi," which covers slightly over three hectares with a southern and southwestern exposure.

Origin and Winemaking
Situated in the Côte Chalonnaise subregion of Burgundy, the wine is crafted exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes. The vineyards consist of four contiguous plots planted in 1970 and 2002, growing in dark brown soils over a limestone base. Harvesting is conducted manually with careful selection of grapes. The vinification process involves full destemming followed by a cold pre-fermentative maceration lasting four to six days. Fermentation is managed through pigeages (punch-downs), and post-fermentative maceration follows. A key technical detail is the separation of the free-run wine from the press wine, which are kept distinct throughout the entire aging process. The wine matures for 16 months in oak barrels, 30 percent of which are new, before spending two additional months in stainless steel tanks.

Tasting Profile
According to critics, this medium- to full-bodied red is characterized by its velvety texture and vibrant acidity. The aromatic and flavor profile evokes sweet berry fruit, plums, orange rind, and dried flowers. Critics describe the 2019 Clos du Roi as particularly charming and enveloping.

Critical Reception
The Wine Advocate (Parker) awarded this vintage a score of 92, highlighting its layered character and structural elegance.