Beaujolais-Villages 2011

Grape Variety : Gamay

Soil : Granit

Site : The area of production covers 39 villages in the Northern part of the Beaujolais region. Among all those villages are the famous 10 "Crus" of the Beaujolais : Moulin à Vent, Chiroubles, Régnié, Chenas, Saint Amour, Fleurie, Morgon, Brouilly, Côte de Brouilly et Julienas.

The Vintage 2011 : After a very cold Winter and a demanding Spring, the hot Summer was regularly interrupted by rainy intervals which early September gave way to a bright and warm weather, that speeded up the maturation of the grapes. Harvest began in the last days of September under a bright sunshine.

Tasting : Bright ruby colour with purple nuances. Intense aromas of fresh red berries (red-currant) mixed with liquorice Supple and generous. Refreshing fruit combination in the aftertaste mixed with spicy nuances.

Food pairing : Cooked pork meat "Charcuterie", regional meals and mild cheeses.