COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2013
GRAPE
Gamay
PRODUCER
Domaine Jules Desjourneys
REGION
Beaujolais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Jules Desjourneys' Chénas Le Jugement Dernier 2013 is a 100% Gamay from the Chénas AOC in Beaujolais, France. The domaine is dedicated to biodynamic farming and meticulous vineyard work, often utilizing vines over a century old. Winemaker Fabien Duperray emphasizes minimal intervention, aiming to express the unique terroir of each parcel. The wines undergo extended aging in concrete or glass vessels, typically for five to six years before release, allowing for the development of complexity and structure. The Chénas appellation, known for its granitic soils, contributes to the wine's minerality and aging potential. The name 'Le Jugement Dernier' suggests a wine of significant depth and character.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€54
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Le Jugement Dernier' (The Last Judgment), hinting at its profound character.
Fact 02
Vineyards feature vines over 100 years old.
Fact 03
Aged for 5-6 years before release, a significant cellaring period.
Fact 04
Fabien Duperray treats Beaujolais with the same reverence as Burgundy.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Domaine Jules Desjourneys employs biodynamic farming practices, including manual cultivation and horse plowing, with a strict avoidance of synthetic products. Yields are kept very low, and grapes undergo meticulous sorting, potentially using optical sorters. Vinification involves spontaneous fermentation, with the wine then aged in concrete or glass vessels to preserve fruit purity and terroir expression. Wines are typically held for an extended period, often five to six years, before release to allow for the development of complexity and structure.
