Founded in 1929, Vignerons des Crus du Beaujolais is a well respected collective of growers. Ethos here is in sustainable vineyard management, with some excellent old-vine resources rendering some cut-above Beaujolais at all levels. Stylistically, the wines well balance Gamay’s pretty florals and juiciness, against the more more serious and structured personalities of some Beaujolais.
From vines of 50 years average age grown on granitic sands, grapes are fully hand harvested with strict selection. The wine sees semi-carbonic maceration of 5-7 days and is raised entirely in stainless steel.
Bright and fun Beauj with lots of redberries and raspberries, lively with nice length, pretty florals, and just enough of a firm tannic hand to give interest without taking away from fun drinkability.
From vines of over 55 years of age, grown on pink granitic sand, grapes are fully hand harvested with strict selection. The wine sees semi-carbonic maceration of 6-9 days and is raised entirely in stainless steel.
Intense purple in colour, this leads with attractive violet and floral aromatics with a thread of riper read fruits. Clear and fresh, a wine of lovely balance with silky tannins, balances robustness with prettiness.
From vines of over 49 years of age, the Morgon contrasts to the producer’s other cuvees, grown on schist rather than granite soils. The wine sees semi-carbonic maceration of 10-12 days and is raised entirely in stainless steel.
Intense purple in colour, plenty of Morgon muscle here – black fruits, allspice and the tiniest hint of liquorice. Great length and a decent column of mid-palate tannin making this a great match for stews, game bird and traditional hearty French cuisine.
