Philippe le Hardi Mercurey 1er Cru Les Puillets 2022 gregoire-hoppenot combining amiability with structure

combining amiability with structure

ripe red fruit and coffee

beautifully rounded by the Ratafia cask influence

This sparkling wine

Philippe le Hardi Mercurey 1er Cru Les Puillets 2022 gregoire-hoppenot combining amiability with structureA beautifully crafted expression of Cte Chalonnaise Pinot Noir, drawn from one of Mercureys most historic and well exposed premier cru sites. The warm and generous 2022 vintage brings a seductive purity of fruit: ripe cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry ripple from the glass, supported by subtle floral notes and a whisper of sweet spice. The chteaus gentle extraction and carefully judged oak (around one third new) give the wine its trademark