From the Premier Cru "Les Champs Martin", situated in the Northern part of the Mercurey village. The name "Les Champs Martin" translates to 'the fields of Mr. Martin', who was the owner of the land.
The wine has a beautiful brilliant color (gold pale). The nose on this young wine is starting to open. A beautiful aromatic profile is already emerging. White flowers and notes of almond tree flowers are enhanced with vanilla bursts, slightly toasted. On the palate the wine has a nice minerality with a good acidity and finishing nicely on some fresh almond aromas. It also has some spicy notes which give to the wine a very good length. The wine is structured on the roundness and amplitude, with a richness and a vivacity which confers a beautiful harmony.
While young, enjoy as an aperitif or with shellfish. As it ages it will match perfectly with a toasted turbot or dishes with fish.
Château d´Etroyes is located in the village of Mercurey, in the heart of the Cote Chalonnaise. Mercurey takes its name from Mercury - the God of Commerce - to whom ...
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