Domaine La Croix Mélier - La Pièce Qui Tourne 2016 (moelleux)
2*Coup de Coeur
Hachette
"In his first year at the helm of the estate, Philippe Ivanic has made a big splash with this sweet wine from a plot of old vines planted in curved rows. The must was vinified in barrels, where it remained for eleven months. The color is pale with golden highlights. The nose, still discreet, is focused on fruit. The palate develops long and harmoniously, without hiding its sweetness, releasing aromas of honey, pineapple, and ripe grapes, supported by a pleasant freshness. Already excellent, and will remain so for a long time. " (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2019)
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Eye
Golden dress
Nose
Expressive with exotic notes, pineapple
Mouth
Fleshy and creamy with honeyed notes, pineapple, and a beautiful balance provided by freshness.
Serve
At 12°C
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with your holiday meals, paired with foie gras, aged or blue cheeses, lemon tart, and exotic desserts...
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated wine (2019 guide) Favorite (Remarkable wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About wine:
In his first year at the helm of the estate, Philippe Ivanic has made a big splash with this sweet wine from a plot of old vines planted in curved rows. The must was vinified in barrels, where it remained for eleven months. The color is pale with golden highlights. The nose, still discreet, is focused on fruit. The palate develops long and harmoniously, without hiding its sweetness, releasing aromas of honey, pineapple, and ripe grapes, supported by a pleasant freshness. Already excellent, and will remain so for a long time.
About the estate:
After studying at the "Viti" in Beaune and spending two years at La Croix Mélier while continuing to work as an actor, Philippe Ivancic took over from Pascal Berthelot in 2017 and now cultivates 12.5 hectares of vines with his wife Dominique. Currently in the process of converting to organic farming.
Customer rating
3.6/5
out of 10 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. PHILIPPE J. Published on 09/17/2024
A magnificent Chenin that deserves to be better known.
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Review and opinion by Mr. FREDERIC B. Published on 10/29/2020
Drink in 10/20. Nose of white fruits (pear, peach). The palate is fleshy, full-bodied, and very well-balanced. Very full and very enjoyable.
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Review and opinion by Mr. SERGE E. Published on 01/23/2019
Unfortunately, the wine was corked. Too bad, it seemed to have great potential for enjoyment.
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Review and opinion by Mr. PATRICE K. Published on 04/03/2024
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Note and opinion by Mr. BERNARD D. Published on 09/30/2022
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Review and opinion by Mr. ALAIN R. Published on 05/06/2020
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Review and opinion by Mr. TRISTAN C. Published on 12/25/2019
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Review and opinion by Mr. MATHIEU R. Published on 03/20/2019
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Review and opinion by Mr. JACK F. Published on 02/07/2019
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Review and opinion by Mr. LUC G. Published on January 25, 2019
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