Chiroubles

Grape Variety :

Gamay.

Vineyard

Site: the northern part of the appellation, known as the "middle mountain". This is the Cru of Beaujolais with the highest elevation.

History & Tradition: because of its magnificent views over the hills of Beaujolais and the Valley of the Saône below, Chiroubles has always been a favourite place for hikers to stop and admire the magnificent panorama.

Soil: coarse granite and porphiry.

Viticulture

Density: 9 000 vines/ha, to check the strength of the varietal.

Pruning: Gobelet method (Goblet pruning), very short, to control yield.

Vinification

Harvesting: by hand.

Method: traditional for Beaujolais; semi-carbonic maceration, full bunches of grapes.

Maceration: 4 to 10 days.

Ageing: stainless steel vat.

Tasting note by Véronique Boss-Drouhin

"Chiroubles is not a "fussy" wine! On the nose, characteristic aromas of peony and cherry. In the mouth, it is well structured and fleshy. Tannins are present, but not harsh. The roundness of the grape varietal is very much in evidence".

Vintage

2020 is a very attractive vintage which offers wines with deep and intense colours. Both the nose and mouth develop aromas reminiscent of black fruits such as blackberry, cherry, deliciously mingling with liquorice and spices. The wines show some richness and density giving a few years' ageing capacity to some appellations.

Serving

Temperature: 15°C (57°F).

Cellaring: 2 to 6 years.