COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Gamay Noir à jus blanc
PRODUCER
Mommessin
REGION
Beaujolais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Juliénas Mommessin is a red wine from the Beaujolais region of France, produced by Mommessin. The Juliénas appellation is historically significant, named after Julius Caesar. Mommessin, established in 1865, embodies a winemaking spirit that combines the characteristic fruitiness of Beaujolais with traditional Burgundian winemaking influences. The wine is made from 100% Gamay Noir à jus blanc grapes grown on vineyards with an average age of 48 years. The specific soils of the Juliénas terroir, composed of diorite, microdiorite, and schist, contribute to the wine's profile. The 2021 vintage in Beaujolais was marked by lower yields but good quality, with harvests taking place from late August to early September.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-15°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Juliénas appellation named after Julius Caesar.
Fact 02
Mommessin has been making wine since 1865.
Fact 03
Vineyards for this wine are an average of 48 years old.
Fact 04
Uses semi-carbonic vinification, a Beaujolais hallmark.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Juliénas Mommessin is produced using 100% Gamay Noir à jus blanc grapes. The winemaking process employs traditional Beaujolais techniques, notably semi-carbonic vinification, followed by fermentation in vats. The wine is then aged in vats to preserve its fruit-forward character. Mommessin's approach involves rigorous plot selection and sustainable farming methods on partner estates, reflecting their commitment to quality from vineyard to bottle.
