I bought this bottle several years ago when a local wine shop was closing down. I had no clues, ideas or preconceptions. I just knew it was Burgundy, and it was on sale for 50% off. I can’t imagine this village level wine being more than $25. It was a pale purple with very light intensity, I was expecting that from a Pinot Noir based Burgundy wine. It had a nose of funk, cherry and straw which was interesting. Delightful yet light strawberry and cherry notes with a crisp and delicious acidity, mouthwatering.
I could sense a tinge of melded tannins which is atypical for me and Pinot. If you read my other notes on this varietal you will know I have a difficult time detecting tannins in Pinot. This is a very serviceable wine that gets 88 points from me and 3 stars. I don’t think I would search for it but if there are any still in the cellar I know what to pair them with; grilled Salmon and boiled potatoes with a herb butter sauce, yum. Salut….
Chateau Genot-Boulanger Mercurey 2005
06 Saturday Dec 2014
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