Domaine de Suremain, Mercurey Rouge 1er Cru, Les Crets, Burgundy, France, 2021

Producer Profile

Domaine de Suremain comprises 18 hectares of vines spread across some of Mercurey's finest appellations.

The property has been in the same family for seven generations and is currently run by Yves Suremain, his wife Marie-Hélène and their son Loïc. Vineyards are situated on the high-slopes and mid-slopes facing to the south and east, in the heart of the appellation.

Viticulture

Le Cets is a 1.30 hectare south facing hillside plot on white limestone soil.

Winemaking

The vinification is done raw by vintage, in open wooden vats of 50 to 100 hectolitres, with balanced destemming and punching down. The vatting time is from 8 to 15 days depending on the vintage, the vintage and the potential of the grape. The temperatures of the ferment is controlled , but only if the need arises, so they keep the optimal natural typicity of each vintage. Aged in barrels (10 to 15% in new barrels in order to provide the quality aromas dispersed by the tannins of the raw wood, but without excess).

Tasting Note

Richly colored and powerful, this wine opens with intense aromas of ripe blackberry and mulberry, beautifully layered with subtle hints of earthy forest floor, smoky undertones, and supple leather. On the palate, it reveals a firm and concentrated texture, supported by vibrant acidity that brings freshness and balance. The finish is long and impressive, leaving a lasting impression of depth and complexity.

Food Matching

Ribeye steak, slow cooked beef stew, lamb chops, or venison.