Taupenot Merme, Auxey Duresses 2024

Taupenot-Merme Auxey-Duresses 2024 is a refined Burgundy red with an elegant, fruit-driven profile and the polished structure characteristic of the domaine. It combines bright red and dark berry fruit with integrated tannins, offering an appealing introduction to the wines of Auxey-Duresses from one of Morey-Saint-Denis’ long-established family domaines.

Tasting Notes
The wine presents a vibrant ruby colour. Its refined bouquet opens with notes of blackcurrant, raspberry and a subtle musky nuance, while the palate is clean and well balanced, combining fresh fruit with a poised, silky texture. The tannins are well integrated, giving the wine structure without overshadowing its elegant character. As a young 2024 vintage, it is already expressive and approachable, particularly when served with a little air. Its balance and 15–18 months of élevage suggest good short- to medium-term cellaring potential, with further harmony expected over the next few years.

Production
The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully selected before gentle processing. Fermentation and maceration take place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks over 18–23 days, beginning with a cool pre-fermentation soak, followed by fermentation with manual pigeage and remontage, and concluding with a post-fermentation maceration to soften the tannins. The wine is then matured for 15–18 months in French oak barrels, approximately 25–30% of which are new. The approach reflects Taupenot-Merme’s terroir-focused philosophy and minimal-intervention cellar work.

Food & Serving
Serve at approximately 14–16°C. A brief decant of 30–45 minutes can help open the wine, although it may be enjoyed directly from the bottle when served slightly cool. Its fresh fruit and refined tannins pair well with roast chicken, duck, pork tenderloin, mushroom dishes, lentils, charcuterie and mildly seasoned Burgundian cuisine.

Producer
Domaine Taupenot-Merme is based in Morey-Saint-Denis in the heart of Burgundy, with a winemaking history that reaches back to the 18th century. The domaine was formally established in 1963 following the marriage of Jean Taupenot and Denise Merme and is now guided by seventh-generation siblings Virginie and Romain. Its approximately 19 hectares span a range of Burgundy appellations planted with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and the domaine is respected for wines that express finesse, complexity and a clear sense of place.

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