Yesterday, 28 March, LAlliance des Crus Bourgeois du Mdoc published a brief press release stating that its own environmental standard has been significantly raised.
All wineries will be designated after the next reclassification exercise in 2025 crus bourgeoisYou will need to have HEV Level 2 environmental certification. For those who are interested in classification, Suprieur ExceptionnelHEV Level 3 certification will require certification at the appropriate level.
Additionally, all properties who wish to use their properties in 2022 will be eligible for this benefit. crus bourgeoisThe wines must be presented in bottles not exceeding 390g for certification. This represents a 22% decrease in current maximum bottle weight. The press release explains:With sustainability in mind, the Crus Bourgeois du MdocThe classification has switched to bottles that are lighter. The classification was eagerly awaiting to join the global movement towards sustainable bottling. This was championed by Jancis, a famous wine critic.
The press release concludes by offering some thoughts on the prospects of the 2021 vintage on eve en primeur campaign.
Laurent Vach, Vice President Crus Bourgeois du MdocThe Director of Uni-Mdoc describes vintage in the famous terms Clment Marot. Tout vient point qui sait attendreEverything turns out well if you are willing to wait.
Despite the difficult growing conditions at different points of the year, overall yields for the Mdoc are good. appellationThe average hL/ha is around 36 hL. Vach emphasizes that the quality is not uniform, despite its promising potential. He described the Merlot crop as somewhat hollow and diluted, while the Cabernet Sauvignon was able fully ripen under the autumn sun.
You can find the most recent cru bourgeois reclassification exercise here.
