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Maison Mercier Vallée - Bourgueil La Ferme de la Vallée rouge 2023

Bourgueil|Red wine|Organic

3.8/5 (12 customers)

2*Coup de Coeur

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"A sparkling Bourgeuil!"

“A jury charmed by this shimmering and, above all, wonderfully full-bodied red, crafted by a talented winemaker whose entire lineup comes highly recommended. The sun-kissed aromas of morello cherry and blackcurrant—deliciously enticing on the nose—linger sensually on a generous palate that is at once smooth and fresh, with no lack of structure—far from it. The balance is perfect, and the pleasure is undeniable. You’ll be coming back for more.” (Le Guide Hachette 2026).

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Estate

Maison Mercier Vallée

Vintage

La Ferme de la Vallée

Vintage

2023

Designation

Bourgueil

Region

Loire

Grape Varieties

Cabernet Franc

Regions

Clay-limestone soils on a gravelly terrace

Viticulture

Certified Organic

Grape Harvest

At optimal maturity

Wine Production

Sorting of the grapes, traditional winemaking in wooden vats and amphorae, daily pumping over for approximately 10 days, extended maceration for 10 to 12 days, racking, pressing, malolactic fermentation in vats

Livestock Farming

In wooden barrels and amphorae

Alcohol content

12.5%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Beautiful, intense ruby color

Nose

Aromas of raspberries, wild strawberries, and blackberries, with hints of licorice

Palate

Smooth and round, fruity, with a long, spicy finish and lovely freshness

Serve

Between 14° et 16°C

Drink before

2028

Food and Wine Pairings

It pairs perfectly with white meat dishes, veal tenderloin Provençal-style, pork loin with honey and spices, stuffed tomatoes, and soft cheeses…

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Guide Hachette des vins

Wine noted (guide 2026) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)

Rated estate (2026 guide) Featured (Successful Wine)

About the wine:

The jury was charmed by this shimmering red—and above all, its full-bodied character—crafted by a talented winemaker whose entire lineup comes highly recommended. The sun-kissed aromas of morello cherry and blackcurrant, delightfully rich on the nose, linger sensually on a generous palate that is both smooth and fresh, with plenty of structure—far from lacking it. The balance is perfect, and the pleasure is guaranteed. You’ll be coming back for more.

About the estate:

An estate that has been in the Vallée family for several generations, run by Gérald since 1998, who converted the vineyard—covering 27 hectares in the Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil appellation—to organic farming, which has been certified since the 2012 vintage.

Customer Rating

3.8/5

based on 12 reviews

Review and rating by Mr. FREDERIC B. Posted on October 4, 2026

A fairly successful wine for a difficult vintage. It has body, fruit, and good acidity, but it doesn't deserve a "favorite" rating.