2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 5 years; ageing potential: 7 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and, when necessary, sorted in the vineyard and winery. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes Luminous raspberry colour; lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas; supple, silky palate; fine aromatic finish.
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 5 years; ageing potential: 7 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted when necessary. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes The cuvée note describes raspberry colour, lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas, and a supple, silky palate. Separately, the producer's appellation-wide 2022 Beaujolais note describes both deep-coloured, structured, ageworthy wines and fleshy, easy-drinking profiles.
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2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 5 years; ageing potential: 7 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted when necessary. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes The cuvée note describes raspberry colour, lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas, and a supple, silky palate. The producer's broader 2021 Beaujolais note adds bright purple-reflected colours, red and black fruit, and lightly spicy notes.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 8 years; ageing potential: 10 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted when necessary. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes The cuvée note describes raspberry colour, lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas, and a supple, silky palate. The producer's broader 2020 vintage note adds intense colour, blackberry, cherry, liquorice and spice, with a rich, dense profile.
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2019 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 8 years; ageing potential: 10 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted when necessary. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes The cuvée note describes raspberry colour, lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas, and a supple, silky palate. The producer's broader 2019 vintage note describes balanced wines with intense colours and a pleasing palate texture.
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2018 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 8 years; ageing potential: 10 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted when necessary. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes The cuvée note describes raspberry colour, lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas, and a supple, silky palate. The 2018 vintage statement adds deep colour, a firm tannic structure and ripe red-fruit notes.
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2016 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 5 years; ageing potential: 7 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted when necessary. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes The cuvée note describes raspberry colour, lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas, and a supple, silky palate. The 2016 vintage statement describes remarkable maturity and energy, good acidity and a mineral character.
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2015 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 8 years; ageing potential: 10 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted when necessary. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes The cuvée note describes raspberry colour, lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas, and a supple, silky palate. The 2015 vintage statement adds intense ripe red-fruit notes and a strong tannic structure.
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2014 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Gamay
Drinking Window Optimal consumption: 2 to 3 years; ageing potential: 5 years
Region Fleurie
Soil Pink granite; thin and acidic
Orientation South-East And North-West
Carbonic Maceration Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Purchased grapes and musts are sourced from partners under specifications. Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted when necessary. Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic vinification uses whole bunches, with maceration lasting 4 to 10 days. Maturation is in stainless-steel vats for 10 to 12 months.
Tasting Notes The cuvée note describes raspberry colour, lilac, violet and gooseberry aromas, and a supple, silky palate. The 2014 vintage statement describes balanced, fruity wines with black-fruit and spice aromas.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
7 Rue d’Enfer, 21200 Beaune, France
Phone
+33 3 80 24 68 88
Owner
Drouhin family
Cellarmaster
Véronique Boss-Drouhin