About this wine
Poursuite is Antoine Sunier's Beaujolais-Villages cuvée, made from organically farmed, roughly 50-year-old vines in Régnié that are declassified from cru status. A short, six-day carbonic maceration started with a pied de cuve and aging in cement produce a bright, fresh, and highly drinkable Gamay with wild strawberry and cranberry fruit, fine tannins and lively acidity.
The most approachable and easy-drinking entry point into Antoine Sunier's range.
Sommelier's Note
"Poursuite proves that a shorter maceration and simpler aging regime can still deliver honest, expressive Gamay — this is natural Beaujolais at its most joyful and unpretentious."
Food Pairings
Great as an everyday red with charcuterie, roast chicken, burgers, or lightly chilled on its own as an aperitif.
When to drink it
Casual weeknight drinking, parties, aperitif hour.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Gamay
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $24-29 (US retail)
Terroir & Winemaking
From ~50-year-old organically farmed vines in Régnié, declassified to Beaujolais-Villages. Six-day whole-cluster carbonic maceration started with a pied de cuve, aged in cement tanks.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Poursuite made from?
- It is made from roughly 50-year-old, organically farmed Gamay vines in Régnié that are declassified to Beaujolais-Villages status.
- How is Poursuite made differently from Sunier's cru wines?
- It undergoes a shorter, six-day carbonic maceration started with a pied de cuve and is aged in cement rather than barrels, for a fresher, more immediate style.
- What does Poursuite taste like?
- Wild strawberry and cranberry fruit, fine tannins, and a lively line of acidity.
- Is this a good introduction to Antoine Sunier's wines?
- Yes, it is the most accessible and easy-drinking wine in the range, ideal for those new to natural Beaujolais.
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