COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
100% Gamay
PRODUCER
Elisa Guerin
REGION
Beaujolais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Beaujolais-Villages Rouge by Elisa Guerin is a testament to a new wave of winemaking in the region. Elisa Guerin, who inherited the family estate, is dedicated to organic viticulture and minimal intervention, aiming to capture the essence of the Gamay grape. The wine originates from the Beaujolais-Villages AOC, specifically from cool-climate vineyards in Quincié-en-Beaujolais and Lantignié. These sites feature old vines, high elevations, and diverse soils like blue schist, limestone, and granite, contributing to the wine's unique profile. Elisa's philosophy is deeply rooted in respecting the land and allowing the terroir to shine through, influenced by the natural winemaking community she grew up in.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
13-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes sourced from old vines (50-60 years old).
Fact 02
Vineyards are at high elevation (up to 400m).
Fact 03
Certified organic farming practices are in place.
Fact 04
Minimal intervention winemaking with indigenous yeasts.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Beaujolais-Villages Rouge is produced using traditional Beaujolais methods with a focus on natural winemaking. Grapes are hand-harvested and fermented in concrete tanks using indigenous yeasts and whole-cluster carbonic maceration. Minimal intervention is key, with gentle pump-overs and no punch-downs. The wine is aged for 6-8 months in concrete and stainless steel tanks, avoiding oak to preserve the pure fruit expression. Elisa Guerin's approach emphasizes organic viticulture and biodiversity, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and terroir-driven winemaking.
