Mefro Mercure Rouge [2018] 750ml, red

Domaine Méfrot was founded by Paul de Launay in the 1960s, and is now taken over as producer by his daughter Agnès. The domaine is located on a small hill overlooking the entire village, surrounded by its own vineyards on the slopes of the gentle Mercurey hills, and owns the entire range of the lesser-known Mercurey appellation, with its impressive wine making. It is one of the most important producers in Mercurei. The vineyard consists of 10 vineyards and 20 hectares, including the Clos du Château de Montagu in Monopole, with 10% planted to Chardonnay.

The vineyards are managed as naturally as possible and yields are strictly limited. The white grapes are quickly pressed and fermented using natural yeast, partly in wooden barrels and partly in open tanks. Approximately 20% new barrels are used for maturation and the wine is bottled unfiltered. All red grapes are destemmed and after 1-2 days of cold soaking, he ferments them in tanks for 2 weeks. To prevent excessive oxidation, avoid remontage and perform pigeage twice a day. Aged in barrels for at least a year without filtration. Clos du Château de Montague is said to be released at least two years after harvest.

Since 2005, Agnes has expanded his brewery and actively invested in equipment, further refining his wine-making skills. What we aim for is a classic style that matures and shows its true value. The wines she produces are very lovely, with aromas of cherry, blackberry, and blueberry, and plump fruitiness with a slight sweetness.However, they are not limited to just that; they also have a light chocolate flavor, soft tannins, and a firm core with a hint of minerality. It also has a strong taste.