Domaine Labruyère, Moulin-à-vent Coeur de Terroirs 2021

Domaine Labruyère’s Moulin-à-Vent “Cœur de Terroirs” 2021 is a structured and expressive Beaujolais red that showcases the appellation’s ability to produce deeply complex, age-worthy Gamay. From one of Moulin-à-Vent’s oldest estates, it combines vibrant floral character with pronounced spice, generous body and firm tannins—an elegant alternative to more immediately approachable Beaujolais styles.

Tasting Notes
The wine has a deep ruby-red colour with vivid purple reflections. Its aromatic profile is distinctly floral, revealing violet, peony and rose alongside warm, spicy notes of clove and nutmeg. On the palate, it is full-bodied and notably spicy, with a firm tannic structure that gives the wine depth and length. The concentration and balance of the 2021 vintage suggest good ageing potential: it can be enjoyed now with decanting, while developing greater complexity over the next several years and beyond.

Production
The cuvée reflects Domaine Labruyère’s terroir-focused approach in Moulin-à-Vent, where individual vineyard characteristics are carefully preserved. The estate farms sustainably, aiming to protect the health of its soils and vines for future generations. Grapes are vinified separately in stainless-steel tanks and/or 50-hectolitre concrete vats, with temperature control throughout fermentation. The wine is then matured for 12 months, half in concrete and half in used oak barrels and 600-litre demi-muids, allowing the fruit and terroir to remain at the forefront while adding texture and subtle complexity.

Food & Serving
Its firm structure and savoury spice make this Moulin-à-Vent an excellent partner for roasted or grilled poultry, duck, pork tenderloin, veal and mushroom-based dishes. It also works well with charcuterie, earthy vegetables and moderately rich cheeses. Serve slightly below room temperature, around 14–16°C. Decant for 30–60 minutes when drinking young to soften the tannins and open the floral and spicy aromas.

Producer
Domaine Labruyère is one of the oldest wine estates in the Moulin-à-Vent appellation. Its history began in 1850, when vigneron Jean-Marie Labruyère settled in Thorins, near Romanèche-Thorins, and acquired 10 hectares of well-positioned vineyards. Successive generations have expanded the estate, including the acquisition of Le Clos du Moulin-à-Vent, a unique monopole located close to the appellation’s iconic windmill. The family estate is recognised for its sustainable farming and Burgundy-inspired, parcel-by-parcel philosophy, producing distinct cuvées such as Champ de Cour, Le Carquelin and Le Clos while championing the complexity and long-term ageing potential of Moulin-à-Vent wines.

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