Dom. Chantal Lescure Vosne-Romanee 1er Cru Les Suchots 2023

The Velvet Sovereign of the 2023 Collection

In 2026, the 2023 'Les Suchots' is a bottle that defines the "new era" of Chantal Lescure. Under the stewardship of Eric Rousseau and cellar master Fabrice Groussin, this wine has moved away from the sturdier style of the past toward an ethereal, pixelated precision. While 'Les Suchots' is often a powerhouse, the 2023 vintage delivers that density with a "weightless" quality that is truly haunting.

The Terroir: Royal Neighbors

• The Vibe: If Les Bertins is a grand library and Volnay is a flower garden, Les Suchots is a royal court. It feels deep, noble, and multi-dimensional.

• The Location: This is one of the most prestigious Premier Cru sites in the world. Lescure’s tiny 0.42-hectare parcel is positioned perfectly, bordered by Richebourg and Romanée-Saint-Vivant to the south and Echézeaux to the north.

• The Soil: Deep, calcareous brown soil formed by the ancient limestone scree of the Combe Brûlée. This "stony" depth gives the wine its legendary ability to balance opulence with a cooling mineral spine.

🍷 2023 Tasting Notes (The "Vibe" in 2026)

In early 2026, the 2023 'Les Suchots' is being described by critics as a "crystalline" expression of the vineyard—less about "muscle" and more about fluidity and floral lift.

• The Nose: An aristocratic perfume. It opens with vivid red cherry, crushed strawberry, and wilted rose petals, followed by complex layers of incense, blood orange, and autumn leaves.

• The Palate: Seamless and silken. The attack is supple, but the mid-palate reveals a surprising density of fruit that feels "ample without excess." The tannins are fine-grained and polished, leading into a slightly ferrous (iron-like) mineral tension.

• The Finish: Incredibly long and "ciselé" (chiseled). It leaves a trail of savory spices, licorice, and a distinct saltiness that makes the palate crave another sip.

📋 Technical Snapshot

Best Paired With:

• The Noble Match: Roasted Squab or Duck with a reduction of cherries and star anise; the wine’s spice and floral notes are made for game birds.

• The Umami Pair: Slow-cooked veal with black truffles; the wine's "iron" mineral core loves the earthiness of the truffle.

• The Cheese: Mature Comté (36 months) or Langres; avoid overly sharp cheeses to protect the wine's delicate floral aromatics.

Pro Tip: In 2026, the 2023 'Les Suchots' is a "serious sensory experience." To fully unlock its aromatic complexity, decant it for at least 90 minutes. Serve it at 16°C in a wide-bowl Burgundy glass. This is the wine you choose when you want the complexity of a Grand Cru without the "brooding" weight of a typical Pommard.