Beaujolais-Villages "Sélection parcellaire"
Situation
Beaujolais
Level
AOC Régionale
Grape variety
Gamay
Located in southern Burgundy, the Beaujolais appellation area is spread across 38 communes and 2 administrative "departments": Rhône and Saône-et-Loire. “Beaujolais-Villages” first attained its glory and reputation Lyon’s "bouchons" (small family-run restaurants) and is a perfect wine for convivial meals and appetizing dishes. The majority of the Beaujolais-Villages appellation is located in the Vauxonne and Ardie?res valleys and represents 25% of the Beaujolais region’s total production. Taking into account the local topography, the vines here are under the influence of several microclimates, which enhances the characteristics of the wines.
Tasting
This Beaujolais-Villages is redolent of wild fruit (strawberry and blackberry) and floral aromas (rose, lily of the valley). The palate is silky, soft and full-flavoured.
Food/wine pairing
Enjoy this wine with cold cuts, red meats, or barbecued meats.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 12°C and 13°C (53°F - 55°F)
Enjoy this wine within 3 years in order to fully appreciate its fruitiness.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Granite-based and sandy, with some clay
Vinification
Vatting: Thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks
Vatting time: 10 days
Ageing
Ageing: 100% in tanks
Ageing time: 6 to 7 months