Francois Raquillet Mercurey 1er Cru Les Veleys Rouge Muscadelle site expression and longevity

site expression and longevity

The Gwen brings together three distinct terroirs

Traditional fermentation with moderately long maceration on skins extracts vibrant colour and tannin

which is then barrel fermented and matured on yeast lees for eight months in French oak barrels (30–50% new)

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Francois Raquillet Mercurey 1er Cru Les Veleys Rouge Muscadelle site expression and longevityThe highly smooth tannins on the tongue and the mineral finish that adds freshness vary between strength and firmness in this wine for ageing. After a few years, this wine progressively ages and acquires a more smooth texture.