Domaine Derey Frères Marsannay Blanc 'Clos des Marcs' 2022
4.5
HK$358
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character Domaine Derey Frères Marsannay Blanc "Clos des Marcs" 2022 comes from Marsannay, the northernmost village appellation of the Côte de Nuits, and this bottling is drawn from the family's monopole lieu-dit, a distinction that gives it a particularly clear sense of place. The 2022 vintage was warm and sunny in Burgundy, producing ripe fruit and supple textures, yet well-timed freshness helped the best whites retain balance, making it a notably successful year for the region. In Marsannay, limestone-rich Burgundian soils and the appellation's cool northerly position help Chardonnay combine stone-fruit generosity with a marked chalky lift, and a monopole parcel like Clos des Marcs adds an extra layer of identity and consistency.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing In the glass, this wine shows citrus peel, white peach and orchard apple, followed by white flowers, a touch of hazelnut and a discreet toast note. The palate is dry and polished, with medium-full body, lively acidity and a fine mineral line that keeps the ripe 2022 fruit focused rather than broad. Its texture is creamy without heaviness, and the finish carries lingering notes of lemon oil, crushed stone and gentle oak spice. It pairs especially well with roast chicken with tarragon, seared scallops in beurre blanc, or sushi and sashimi where its freshness and subtle oak can frame delicate flavors.
Winery Background Based in Couchey, Domaine Derey Frères is a long-established family estate whose roots in the Côte de Nuits stretch back to the 17th century, now carried forward by Romain, Maxime and Pierre-Marie Derey. The domaine is known for sustainable vineyard work, including HVE certification, and for treating its parcels individually so that each cuvée reflects its specific site. Fruit is harvested with an emphasis on precision, then vinified carefully with restrained oak to preserve clarity, energy and terroir definition rather than overwhelm the wine with wood. That combination of family heritage, monopole holdings and a measured, site-driven style makes the estate one of the most compelling interpreters of Marsannay's underappreciated whites.