April 30, 2024
20-Buck Bottle: A young red that still boasts depth and character
Short production cycle still yields intense fruit
by Anita Skogland
2022 Louis Latour Chameroy Beaujolais Villages, France
Available at: The Loyalist Market, Matthews
Price: $21.99
On the Nose: Intense red fruit, mostly cherry, with wet stone and a hint of sweetness
On the Palate: Full body, long finish, concentrated with light acidity and integrated tannin
On the Plate: Roast chicken, frittata, roast vegetables, burgers, rabbit, aged cheese
Our Take: A good value wine with balance and finesse
Fun Facts: Beaujolais is located at the southern end of Burgundy. Gamay is the grape used for Beaujolais; Burgundy’s main red grape is pinot noir. Many consumers are familiar with Beaujolais Nouveau, which is typically shipped at the end of November after only a few months of fermentation. This short production process yields a slightly sweet wine with very little character. The Beaujolais-Villages wines are aged 10-12 months in open-topped stainless steel or concrete vats. This process is called carbonic maceration. The Village’s wines are more well-rounded and have depth and character.
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