{"title":"Beaujolais","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeaujolais makes some of the most drinkable red wine in France, bright and juicy, low in tannin, with fresh red fruit. It sits just south of Burgundy, and almost all of it comes from one grape, Gamay, grown on granite and schist soils that give the wines lift and a mineral edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom village Beaujolais to the ten Crus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quality ladder is clear. Straight Beaujolais is the everyday tier, easy and fruit-forward, while Beaujolais-Villages adds concentration from better hillside sites. At the top are the ten Crus, each with its own accent: Chiroubles, Fleurie, Saint-Amour, Régnié and Brouilly lean light and floral, while Morgon, Moulin-à-Vent, Côte de Brouilly, Chénas and Juliénas bring firmer structure. Morgon and Moulin-à-Vent can age for a decade, edging closer to fine \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/burgundy\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/a\u003e than the party wine most people expect from these \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-wine\"\u003ered wines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Beaujolais tastes so vibrant, and how to serve it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Beaujolais is made by carbonic or semi-carbonic maceration, where whole berries ferment intact before pressing. That is what gives the wines their burst of red cherry, raspberry and violet, with famously supple tannins. The same method drives Beaujolais Nouveau, released on the third Thursday of November to mark the harvest and meant to be drunk within months. One tip helps with all of it: serve slightly chilled, around 12 to 13 degrees, which sharpens the fruit. For more of the same country, explore the rest of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/france\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBeaujolais FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould Beaujolais be served chilled?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, lightly. Half an hour in the fridge, or ten minutes in an ice bucket, is enough. It is one of the few reds that genuinely improves with a chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Beaujolais age, or should I drink it young?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost is best in its first few years, Nouveau sooner still. The exceptions are the top Crus, especially Morgon and Moulin-à-Vent, which can reward five to ten years in the cellar, closer to a fine \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/burgundy\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food pairs with Beaujolais?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts freshness and gentle tannins make it a natural all-rounder: charcuterie, roast chicken, duck, pâté, even grilled salmon. It also suits mushroom dishes and lighter vegetarian plates.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2024-domaine-anita-moulin-a-vent-tres-vieille-vigne-les-caves","title":"2024 Domaine Anita Moulin-à-Vent Tres Vieille Vigne Les Caves","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Domaine Anita Moulin-à-Vent Tres Vieille Vigne “Les Caves” is a serious, age-worthy red Beaujolais crafted from some of the appellation’s oldest Gamay vines. This is not your everyday light Beaujolais; it’s a structured, intensely flavored cru wine that bridges the gap between refined Burgundy and characterful Rhône reds. Sourced from the Moulin-à-Vent cru, long considered the ‘King of Beaujolais,’ it showcases the power, depth and longevity that make this terroir so revered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2024 “Les Caves” shows a deep, vibrant ruby color with purple highlights, signaling concentration and youthful energy. The nose is expressive and layered, offering dark cherries, ripe raspberries and blackberries interwoven with violets, crushed granite, subtle peppery spice and a hint of dried herbs and fine oak nuances.\n\nOn the palate, this old-vine Moulin-à-Vent is both generous and focused: juicy dark red and black fruits are framed by fresh acidity and firm, refined tannins. You can expect notes of black cherry, wild strawberry and blackcurrant, with underlying mineral tones, a touch of licorice and a faint smokiness that adds complexity. The finish is long, structured and savory, suggesting excellent cellaring potential. While delicious in its youth after a brief aeration, this 2024 vintage should evolve beautifully over 5–10 years, gaining more earthy, truffle and sous-bois nuances with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Anita sources the “Tres Vieille Vigne Les Caves” from very old Gamay vines rooted in the classic granitic soils of Moulin-à-Vent—soils that naturally limit yields and intensify flavor. The terroir here combines poor, well-drained pink granite with good exposure, allowing the fruit to ripen fully while maintaining freshness and aromatic lift. Grapes are typically harvested by hand, with careful sorting to ensure only perfectly ripe bunches make it into the winery. Winemaking for this cuvée tends to blend traditional Beaujolais methods with a more Burgundian approach: partial whole-cluster fermentation to preserve brightness and floral lift, gentle extraction to capture color and tannin without harshness, and aging in a mix of stainless steel and neutral or lightly used barrels to enhance texture and complexity while keeping the fruit and mineral character front and center.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis structured Moulin-à-Vent pairs beautifully with flavorful dishes that can match its depth. Think roast chicken with herbs, duck breast, pork tenderloin, charcuterie, grilled lamb chops, mushroom risotto, or earthy dishes with lentils and root vegetables; it also works well with semi-soft cheeses like Tomme, Comté or mild washed-rind cheeses. Serve at around 14–16°C (57–60°F) to highlight both fruit and freshness. For current drinking, decant for 30–45 minutes to allow the aromatics and texture to open up; as it ages, a shorter, more gentle decant will suffice to remove sediment and let the wine fully express its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Anita is a rising star in Beaujolais, founded by Anita Kuhnel and quickly recognized for producing some of the most precise and characterful wines in the region’s top crus. Working with prime parcels in appellations such as Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie and Chénas, the estate focuses on old vines and low yields to craft wines of real depth, finesse and personality. 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Delicate accents of pepper, warm earth, and a whisper of graphite add complexity as it opens.\n\nOn the palate, this Moulin-à-Vent is silky yet purposeful, with fine-grained tannins and a lively, mouthwatering acidity that keeps the dark fruit core fresh and lifted. Flavors of black cherry, ripe redcurrant, and morello cherry mingle with hints of licorice, spice, and a faint mineral edge from the granite soils. The finish is long, pure, and slightly savory, suggesting excellent balance for such a young wine. While already approachable in its youth, the 2024 Reine de Nuit has the structure to evolve gracefully over 5–8 years, developing more earthy, truffley nuances with time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Anita farms its Moulin-à-Vent vineyards on classic pink granite soils, which naturally limit vigor and concentrate flavor—particularly well-suited to Gamay. The grapes for Reine de Nuit typically come from older vines, harvested by hand to ensure optimal ripeness and careful selection in the vineyard and at the sorting table. Fermentation follows the Beaujolais tradition of semi-carbonic or partially destemmed vinification in temperature-controlled vats, preserving vibrant fruit while extracting fine tannins and color. Aging takes place mainly in stainless steel and neutral vessels, with a proportion in older barrels, to maintain freshness and precision while adding a gentle textural polish and subtle complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 2024 Moulin-à-Vent Reine de Nuit is a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with roast chicken, pork tenderloin, duck breast, charcuterie, and savory tarts. It also works well with earthy dishes such as mushroom risotto, lentil stews, and mild to medium-firm cheeses like Comté or Tomme. 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Hailed as an outstanding vintage for this terroir, the 2022 delivers a wine that is both immediately captivating and built to evolve beautifully in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2022 Morgon Côte du Py shows a deep, vibrant ruby to garnet hue, hinting at both concentration and freshness. The nose unfurls with layered aromas of tart blackberries, dark plums and blood orange, interwoven with notes of slate, oak leaf and a subtle, ferrous minerality. There’s a sense of energy and lift in the bouquet, with each swirl revealing more nuance.\n\nOn the palate, this is medium to full-bodied for a Beaujolais, with a precise, well-defined structure. Juicy, tangy black fruits take the lead, supported by bright, mouthwatering acidity and fine, velvety tannins that gain firmness from the wine’s natural concentration. 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In the cellar, Jean-Marc Burgaud is known for a traditional, minimalist approach: whole or largely whole clusters, classic Beaujolais semi-carbonic or traditional fermentation in concrete or neutral vessels, and élevage that emphasizes purity and terroir rather than overt oak. The result is a wine that captures the raw mineral intensity of Côte du Py while remaining finely etched and remarkably precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Morgon Côte du Py 2022 is a versatile food wine that shines alongside dishes with depth and savoury nuance. It pairs wonderfully with roast chicken, duck breast, charcuterie, pork terrines, grilled lamb chops, and earthy dishes featuring mushrooms or lentils. It also complements semi-hard cheeses such as Comté, Tomme or aged Gouda. Serve at 14–16°C to highlight its freshness and aromatic complexity. 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In the Canon cuvée, Guignier’s philosophy comes through clearly: a wine shaped by the vineyard rather than the cellar, with a sense of place that feels both vivid and authentic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a vibrant ruby-purple hue. The nose is inviting and layered, with ripe cherry, wild raspberry, blackberry, dried rose petals, and gentle spice, followed by subtle notes of tea leaf, crushed stone, and forest floor.\n\nOn the palate, the wine feels lively and focused, with silky texture, bright acidity, and finely drawn tannins that give shape without weight. 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Juicy red and black berry fruit is supported by fresh acidity and a mineral edge, giving the wine both tension and length. Hints of dried herbs and a slight savory undertone emerge with air, adding complexity to the pure fruit core. Enjoyable now with a brief aeration, this 2023 has the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 5–8 years, gaining more silkiness and tertiary nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from selected vineyards in the Moulin-à-Vent cru, Le Pigeonnier Domaine du Chapitre benefits from granitic and manganese-rich soils that naturally limit yields and lend the wine its hallmark structure and minerality. The Gamay grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness, often by hand, to preserve berry integrity and allow for careful selection. 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The tannins are firm yet fine-grained, giving the wine a serious architecture without sacrificing drinkability. Layers of crushed rock, subtle spice and herbal complexity unfurl with air, leading to a long, dry, mineral finish. While already impressive in its youth, this is clearly built to age; expect it to evolve beautifully over 8–12 years, gaining further aromatic complexity and softening its structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChassignol comes from old Gamay vines planted high on the slopes of Chénas, where decomposed granite soils, good drainage, and cooler elevations naturally limit yields and intensify flavor. Domaine Thillardon farms these parcels organically with strong biodynamic influence, working the vines by hand to preserve biodiversity and terroir expression. Harvest is carried out manually at optimal ripeness, allowing careful selection of healthy, concentrated fruit. 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Vinification tends to lean toward delicacy and transparency: whole or partially whole bunches are used, with a gentle maceration that respects the fruit and highlights floral and mineral notes rather than overt extraction. Fermentation occurs with native yeasts, and the wine is then aged in a combination of neutral vessels—often older barrels or large foudres—to preserve freshness, texture and the distinctive character of the site, without masking it with heavy oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Moulin-à-Vent is an excellent partner for refined yet flavorful dishes. Think roast poultry with herbs, duck breast with cherries, grilled lamb chops, or pork tenderloin with root vegetables. It also shines with mushroom-based dishes, charcuterie, and semi-soft cheeses like Tomme, Comté or aged Gouda. Serve at around 14–16°C to show both its aromatic lift and structural depth. 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Juicy red fruit dominates—cranberry, redcurrant, and cherry—supported by gentle tannins and a fine-boned, mouthwatering acidity. Hints of savoury spice, crushed rock and a faint stemmy grip add complexity and a slightly wild edge that keeps each sip engaging. While crafted for early enjoyment and bursting with youthful vibrancy, it has the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 3–6 years, gaining more earth, spice, and floral nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVibrations is drawn from several organically farmed parcels across the Chénas cru, where old-vine Gamay grows on a mosaic of decomposed granite, sand, and rocky, mineral-rich soils at moderate altitudes. These sites give both the finesse and backbone that define the wine. Grapes are typically harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, with rigorous sorting to preserve whole, healthy bunches. 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The tannins are fine-grained and silky, framing the fruit without weighing it down, and the finish is long, refreshing, and quietly persistent. While already highly enjoyable in its youth for its vibrancy and lift, this Chénas has the structure and acidity to evolve gracefully over the next 5–7 years, gaining further nuance and textural harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Carrières comes from a specific parcel on the Chénas cru characterized by silty soils shot through with flint, a terroir that naturally lends itself to wines of precision, freshness, and minerality. The vines draw deeply into these stony layers, concentrating flavor while maintaining lift and tension. Harvesting is carried out by hand to ensure only perfectly ripe clusters are selected, an essential step for Thillardon’s whole-cluster approach. 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Working carefully selected parcels across the crus, Thillardon emphasizes living soils, hand harvesting, and whole-bunch fermentations with indigenous yeasts, all aimed at capturing the nuance of site rather than winemaking artifice. 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Crafted from Gamay grown in the high-quality Les Blémonts vineyard, it marries vivid red fruit with a refined structure and a distinct mineral backbone. This is an elegant, terroir-driven Beaujolais that drinks beautifully now, yet has the balance to evolve gracefully over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2023 Les Blémonts shows a vibrant ruby hue with a delicate translucency that hints at its finesse and freshness. The nose opens with pure red fruits—wild strawberries, raspberries, and redcurrants—layered with floral tones of violet and rose, plus a dusting of white pepper, subtle licorice, and a stony, almost graphite-like minerality. With air, gentle notes of dried herbs and crushed petals begin to emerge, adding complexity without heaviness.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is precise and energetic, offering juicy, mouthwatering acidity that makes the red berry fruit feel both vivid and refreshing. Fine-grained tannins give just enough grip to frame the fruit, while the hallmark Les Blémonts spice—pepper, clove, and a touch of earthy savoriness—runs through the mid-palate. The finish is long, lifted and saline, leaving a lingering impression of red cherries, crushed rocks, and spice. While already very approachable in its youth, the structure and balance suggest a solid aging potential of 6–10 years, during which the wine will gain more savory, forest-floor and dried-flower nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Blémonts is a single vineyard in Chénas, one of Beaujolais’ most characterful crus, known for its granitic and sandy soils that naturally limit yields and give Gamay its precision and mineral drive. Domaine Thillardon farms these parcels organically with strong biodynamic influences, focusing on soil health, biodiversity, and careful canopy management to ensure optimal ripeness without excess weight. Harvesting is done by hand, with strict sorting in the vineyard and at the winery to select only the healthiest bunches. Vinification typically follows a semi-carbonic or whole-cluster approach in concrete or neutral vessels, allowing the natural character of Gamay and the terroir to shine through. Indigenous yeasts are used for fermentation, extraction is gentle, and oak influence—if used at all—is subtle and unobtrusive, with minimal sulfur at bottling to preserve purity and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Chénas is wonderfully versatile at the table. Its bright acidity and refined tannins make it a superb match for charcuterie, pâté en croûte, and terrines, as well as roasted poultry, duck breast, pork loin, and herb-crusted lamb. It also works beautifully with earthy dishes like mushroom risotto, lentil stews, roasted root vegetables, and mildly spiced Mediterranean or bistro-style cuisine. Serve slightly cool, around 14–16°C, to highlight its freshness and aromatic lift. A brief decant of 30–45 minutes can help the wine open up, especially in its youth, enhancing the floral and spicy notes without diminishing its delicate, vibrant edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine Thillardon is one of the leading new-generation estates in Beaujolais, based in the often underappreciated cru of Chénas. Founded and driven by the Thillardon brothers, the domaine has become a reference point for naturally inclined, terroir-expressive Gamay, farmed organically and with strong biodynamic principles. Their focus on meticulous vineyard work, low-intervention winemaking, and precise, site-specific bottlings has helped to reassert Chénas as a serious, age-worthy appellation alongside the more famous crus of Morgon and Moulin-à-Vent. 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