Grape variety: Gamay 100%

Type: red

Alc.by.vol.: 13°

Terroir: Nestling in the valleys below famous Mont Brouilly, the climate is semi-continental and enjoys both oceanic and Mediterranean influences. Brouilly soils are varied but mainly granitic

Harvest: Hand-picked to keep the bunches whole for vinification, this remains traditional with vatting lasting an average of 12 days.

Vinification: remains traditional with vatting lasting an average of 12 days.

Maturing; in stainless steel vats

Certification: HVE3, the highest French governmental environmental certification

Robe: the deep ruby is a harbinger of powerful ripe red fruit aromas

Nose: red fruit, with strawberry and raspberry at the fore; light, supple and fruity.

Palate: tender and harmonious, a fleshy, lip-smacking wine bursting with red fruit. It can be supple or a little more structured, depending on its age

Serving suggestions: the perfect partner to dishes in sauce, deli meats and main courses

Serving temperature: 12 – 13°C/53-56°F

Cellaring: between 5 and 10 years

Estate: We have been vinegrower-winemakers for 5 generations on the commune of Saint-Lager at the foot of famous Mont Brouilly, topped with its iconic chapel. We also craft; Brouilly, Côte de Brouilly, Chiroubles, Fleurie, Morgon, Moulin à Vent and Régnié, not forgetting Beaujolais Villages as well as white, rosé and sparkling wines. Our estate gained the ultimate accolade in 2016 when our Chiroubles 2015 was awarded Best Gamay in the World (Meilleur Gamay du Monde). We care for the environment and craft organic red and white wine (PURE collection).