CLASSIQUES
BEAUJOLAIS-VILLAGES
BEAUJOLAIS-VILLAGES
Grape varietal
Black Gamay (Gamay Noir) with white juice.
Tasting notes
Colour: Ruby red with violet reflections.
Nose: Red berry fruit and violets.
Palate: A rich, supple taste with good body with supple and fine balance.
Serving suggestions
Best enjoyed at a température of 14 to 16°C (57-60°F).
Food and wine pairing
Drink with lamb, grilled fish or scallops, fresh tofu, cured meats, a light stew, kidneys, pizza, barbecues, light soups and blue cheese from the French Auvergne area.
Ageing potential
This wine can be served now or laid down for the next three years.
Terroir
The wine comes from the vineyards planted around the villages of Blacé, Lantignie and Montmelas in the Beaujolais area. Granite, schistous, shallow soils.
Vinification and maturing
Harvest: 100% hand harvested.
Wine making: semi carbonic maceration.
Vinification: during 12 to 15 days to ensure good extraction, with temperatures held at 22-25°C (71-77°F) to protect the fruit of the Gamay grape.
Ageing: in vats
