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"La Favorite" is a parcel selection of Mercurey 1er Cru "Le Clos du Roy" from vines located on the south-east facing hillside.
The first traces of vineyards in the town of Aloxe-Corton date back to the 2nd century BC. Later, Corton will be Charlemagne's favorite wine. Unique red Grand Cru of the Côte de Beaune, Corton is also the only Grand Cru of Côte d'Or to be divided into sub-climates. "Le Corton" designates the historic parcel that gave its name to the Corton appellation.
The place called La Fortune benefits from soil, climate and exposure that are very favorable to Pinot Noir. The vine being young, La Fortune is a very fruity wine, open, but more relatively tender.
A few steps from the Grands Crus, the premier cru Clos Prieur rivals in finesse and grace with their prestigious cousins. This is one of the oldest terroirs in the estate with only 40 acres.
Mercurey has been known for its wine since Roman times, when a temple was built to Mercury, the god of commerce. Mercurey wines have a unique taste, different from those near the Côte de Beaune. Mercurey Rouge is typically fruity and mineral, with a strong structure and a long-lasting taste.
The color is dark ruby. The nose has hints of...
At the heart of the Clos des Mouches Chanson appellation, it owns a plot of 4.3 hectares. The location is ideal on south-east facing hillsides, bordering the Premiers Crus of Pommard. 2.5 hectares are planted with Pinot Noir on a limestone subsoil enhanced by a loamy clay soil.