Wine List
Chiroubles Domaine Pontheux 2009
- Country
- France
- Region
- Beaujolais
- Producer
- Domaine Pontheux
- Grape(s)
- Gamay
- Type
- Red
- Style
- Light
- Oaked Style
- Unoaked
- Body Style
- Light bodied
- Alcohol Content (%)
- 12.5
- Closure Style
- Cork
- Organic / Biodynamic
- Normal
Region
The vineyards of Beaujolais fall on the granite rich slopes of a hilly region between Mâcon and Lyon at the southern limit of Burgundy. The only vine variety authorised for red wines is Gamay, traditionally grown as free standing bush vines. A small amount of Chardonnay is also grown. The most favourable vineyard sites produce `villages` wines, and the 10 named `Cru` villages of Beaujolais represent the best vineyards of the region and produce the longest-lived and fullest style of Beaujolais.
Producer
Pierre Mezial`s family have been at the property since 1889. The domaine extends to 7 hectares on some of the best slopes of the appelation, the vineyards planted on a combination of sand and granite soils.
Tasting (Long)
The Beaujolais `Cru` Chiroubles is nestled between the hills of Fleurie and Morgon. It is perhaps the least well known of the 10 named `Cru` villages of Beaujolais, yet it is considered one of the best. The vineyard is a combination of sand and granite stones planted with bush vine Gamay vines. The 7 hectare Pontheux domaine is run by Pierre Mezial, whose family have been at the property since 1889. The extraordinary ripeness and tiny yield of the vintage has resulted in a rich wine, exceptionally full for a Beaujolais yet rounded and supple.
Tasting (Short)
The 7 hectare Pontheux domaine is run by Pierre Mezial, whose family have been at the property since 1889. The extraordinary ripeness and tiny yield of the vintage has resulted in a rich wine, exceptionally full for a Beaujolais yet rounded and supple.
Food
Perfect with charcuterie, stews and roast chicken.
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