2024 Domaine Faiveley Mercurey Rouge Vieilles Vignes

Starting with a terrific nose of succulent red cherries and plump strawberries, this wine shows exuberance through and through. Nicely mid-weight on the palate, the crunchy tannins are gently amplified by the high-toned acidity. The oak is split between 25 percent new then once- and twice-used barrels, and the wine has easily digested it. This is lightness and power wrapped into "glou glou" packaging. This can come from up to 20 parcels, depending on the year. Drink from 2026-2029. Tasted Apr 2026.