Cru Beaujolais Lunch
Those contentious four words were not from my lips. They were uttered by a respected and seasoned winemaker when discussing what lies ahead for Beaujolais. Uttered without intent to inflame, nevertheless, uttered as a statement of fact, with palpable conviction behind each syllable. From where he stands, the gilded Domaines up in the Côte d’Or face a predicament: few mortals can afford to think about the wines, let alone drink them. Just down the autoroute, conveniently tucked between Mâconnais and Lyon, nestles a region for whom expensive is a bottle selling for more than single figure euros. I’m not being facetious. NEAL MARTIN
On 2020
As you might expect, the warmer 2020 vintage overflows with quality, and stylistically it will appeal to those seeking richer, more fruit-driven wines.
On 2021
The 2021 vintage offered winemakers a chance to rediscover the fresher, leaner, more transparent wines that global warming is busy extinguishing. It is a “vignerons’ vintage” that showcases those truly dedicated to those baby footsteps in the vineyard and contrasts them with others plowing on with high-volume commercial Beaujolais.The future is Beaujolais.
On 2020
As you might expect, the warmer 2020 vintage overflows with quality, and stylistically it will appeal to those seeking richer, more fruit-driven wines.
On 2021
The 2021 vintage offered winemakers a chance to rediscover the fresher, leaner, more transparent wines that global warming is busy extinguishing. It is a “vignerons’ vintage” that showcases those truly dedicated to those baby footsteps in the vineyard and contrasts them with others plowing on with high-volume commercial Beaujolais.The future is Beaujolais.
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Ogier Le Temps Est Venu Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2022Grape varieties: 30% Grenache Blanc, 30% Roussanne, 20% Viognier, 10% Marsanne, 5% Bourboulenc, 5% Clairette
Terroir: White clay and sand
Exposure of the South-West vineyard, at an altitude
of 320m Manual harvesting with respect for the environment and sustainable agriculture certified HVE (High Environmental Value)
Traditional vinification in temperature-controlled concrete vats, with indigenous
yeasts Ageing for 6 months in concrete vats before bottling at the estate
An aromatic, fresh and well-balanced white with plenty of stone fruits, honeysuckle and cooked lemons. Medium body with fresh acidity and plenty of fruity character all along. Juicy and flavorful finish. Drink or hold. JAMES SUCKLING
2022Marsanne, RoussaneFrance467$34.00 As low as $30.60