Domaine Taupenot-Merme Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru 'Bel Air' wine is a compelling and refined selection from the renowned Burgundy region of France. Its signature demonstrates exquisite precision, balancing delicate fruit flavours with structured tannins. This ruby-hued, medium-bodied treat reveals nuances of ripe red cherries, wild berries underscored by earthy undertones and spicy piquancy. On the nose, it offers floral notes with wink of minerality. The finish is elegantly long and subtly complex, demonstrating the characteristics of its prestigious Gevrey-Chambertin terroir. A fantastic companion for festive restaurants or a cosy, at-home dinner, it promises sophistication and charm.

About the Winery

Located in the heart of the prestigious Côte de Nuits region in Burgundy, Domaine Taupenot-Merme prides itself on crafting wines with an elegant expression of terroir. For seven generations, the winemaking family has endeavoured to cultivate an intimate relationship with the land to produce an exquisite array of distinguished wines.

Covering a sumptuous 13 hectares of vineyards, including revered Grand Cru and Premier Cru sites. The family-run enterprise manages an impressive portfolio of vineyards spanning the appellations of Gevrey-Chambertin, Morey-Saint-Denis, Chambolle-Musigny, and Corton Rognet. Their approach to viticulture is steadfastly sustainable, seamlessly combining traditional practices with modern techniques to allow their vines to thrive.

Discerning wine enthusiasts will be captivated by the purity and finesse of Domaine Taupenot-Merme's offerings. Under the watchful eye of current proprietors, siblings Romain and Virginie Taupenot, the winery continues to produce wines that are not only expressive of their individual vineyard sites but have a depth of character that truly resonates with connoisseurs. Long maceration periods and minimal intervention during the vinification process result in wines that are a genuine reflection of their roots.

Impressive benchmarks in Domaine Taupenot-Merme's range include the Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Combe d’Orveau and Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru. Both reveal the impeccable balance and complexity that have emerged as the winery's trademark.

Whether you are a seasoned oenophile or a novice in the realm of fine wines, a bottle from Domaine Taupenot-Merme is an education in Burgundian viticulture. It is not just a wine, rather a testament to the enduring harmony of land and family.

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