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\n <\/div>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]Beaujolais-villages is a wine appellation covering thirty-one communes in the Rh\u00f4ne and seven in Sa\u00f4ne-et-Loire. One of the Beaujolais region’s twelve Protected Designations of Origin (AOC), this prestigious vineyard produces mainly red wines from the Gamay grape, but also a few rare whites (from the Chardonnay grape) and ros\u00e9s (from the Gamay Noir grape).<\/strong> Some producers also offer “Le Beaujolais-villages nouveau”, a vin primeur that accounts for around 25% of production.<\/strong> <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The history of AOC Beaujolais-Villages begins in the 10th century<\/h2>\n

The history of Beaujolais-Villages dates back to the 10th century, when the Lords of Beaujeu lived in the Ch\u00e2teau de Montmelas overlooking the region. At the time, the vineyards were under the control of the Abbey of Cluny. The abolition of high Burgundy taxes and the opening of the Briare canal in 1642 led to increased sales, but Beaujolais wines were little known outside the Lyon area until the 1950s. <\/span><\/p>\n

In 1950, Beaujolais became the first region to officially use the term “village” to designate a very specific part of its AOC. In 1951, the arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau brought worldwide success to the region. This is one of the variations of the Beaujolais-villages appellation, perpetuating the Beaujolais tradition of tasting wine in its prime. Symbolizing a festive, easy-drinking wine, it is enjoyed on the third Thursday in November.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The AOC Beaujolais-Villages terroir boasts quality vineyards <\/span><\/h2>\n

The Monts du Beaujolais border the Beaujolais vineyards to the west, and the Sa\u00f4ne River to the east. The Beaujolais-Villages vineyards are located on 5,185 hectares of vines on the slopes of the Monts du Beaujolais, which rise to 700 m or sometimes more than 1,000 m above sea level. <\/span>Beaujolais has a temperate, semi-continental climate. Sheltered by the Massif Central, it is only slightly affected by Mediterranean disturbances.<\/span><\/p>\n

Three types of soil characterize the Beaujolais vineyards<\/span> sandy soils in the north, derived from mainly granitic rocks (<\/span>poor, filtering, acidic soils<\/span>), where ten of the Beaujolais appellations are located; the so-called silty-clay soils on the lower slopes of the Beaujolais mountains, where lighter wines are produced; and the deeper, clayey and clay-limestone soils to the south. The vines, which climb to an altitude of 500 meters, are pruned in goblet shape and the wines are vinified “\u00e0 la beaujolaise” (semi-carbonic maceration). <\/span><\/p>\n

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Beaujolais-Villages are delicious, gourmet wines<\/h2>\n

Beaujolais vineyards produce mainly red wines, with a few whites and ros\u00e9s. The grape variety used for Beaujolais-villages wines<\/a> is Gamay noir \u00e0 jus blanc for red and ros\u00e9, and Chardonnay for white. <\/span><\/p>\n

Delicious and charming, Beaujolais-villages wines feature a divine <\/span>divine red color<\/span> garnet. On the nose, they reveal <\/span>fragrances<\/span> of red fruit, with strawberry and blackcurrant predominating. On the palate, they are silky, easy to drink and full-bodied. . Beaujolais-villages are among the short-ageing Beaujolais, with an ageing potential of 1 to 5 years from vintage due to their deliciously fruity character.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Beaujolais-Villages are wines that are easy to drink together.<\/h2>\n

The harmonious, fruity taste of Beaujolais-villages wines makes them the perfect accompaniment to a wide range of dishes. They’re usually served with red meat, but also terrines, white pudding with apples, Lyon charcuterie, chicken breast en papillotes, filet mignon… Whether they’re called “cabrions” or “boutons de culotte”, the small regional goat’s cheeses known as “chevrotons” make a nice pairing with a young Beaujolais-villages, whose liveliness will enhance the sharp taste. Finally, we suggest a hot brioche sausage to accompany this fruity, easy-drinking wine. Tasting temperature between 12\u00b0 and 14\u00b0.<\/p>\n

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What are the exceptional vintages of AOC Beaujolais-Villages?<\/h2>\n

Like any other appellation, Beaujolais-Villages can boast exceptional vintages, taking into account its geological and climatic characteristics. The so-called “millennium vintages” date from 1959 and 1969 and are considered the best years of all. The years 1952, 1961 and 1971 produced exceptional vintages. Recent great vintages include 2005 and 2009.<\/p>\n

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2 estates to discover in AOC Beaujolais-Villages<\/h2>\n

Champ-Renard Castle<\/h3>\n

This estate is located near the village of Blac\u00e9, about 40 kilometers northwest of Lyon. This is first and foremost a historic estate, since most of the buildings date back to the 18th century.<\/span>\u00e8me<\/span> century. In 1765, the Marquis d’Espinay de Laye transformed Ch\u00e2teau de Champ-Renard into a winery. In 2014, Denis Garnier and Fabienne Vilain became the owners of the Ch\u00e2teau. The wine is aged in the Ch\u00e2teau’s traditional vats. In addition, all stages of vinification are carried out at the Ch\u00e2teau. This winery stands out for its efforts to preserve soil and biodiversity. <\/span><\/p>\n

Domaine Des Crais<\/h3>\n

This Beaujolais-Villages winery<\/a> has been in the Tissier family for 4 generations. It extends over 5.5 hectares on the western slopes of the M\u00e2connais and on the edge of the Beaujolais mountains in southern Burgundy. Today, Benjamin Tissier is at the helm of this estate, and has been since 2019. The estate produces M\u00e2\u00e7on-Fuiss\u00e9, Saint-V\u00e9ran, Beaujolais-Village and 3 Beaujolais grands crus: Morgon, Juli\u00e9nas and Chirouble. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text]

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