COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Gamay
PRODUCER
Domaine La Famille K
REGION
Beaujolais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine La Famille K Le Père Rouge is a 100% Gamay from the Beaujolais AOP, specifically from the Les Pierres Dorées sub-region. The wine is crafted by Marianne and Benoît Merchier, who established Domaine La Famille K in 2018 with a commitment to organic farming and minimal intervention. Their philosophy is to create high-quality, accessible wines that respect the environment and the estate's old vines, some of which are over 50 years old. The 2022 vintage reflects the region's typical characteristics for the year, with a focus on purity and liveliness.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines are over 50 years old, some approaching a century.
Fact 02
Certified organic farming since 2022.
Fact 03
Minimal sulphite levels (50-80 mg/l total).
Fact 04
Producer left city life to pursue winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Domaine La Famille K Le Père Rouge is produced from 100% Gamay grapes grown on old vines. The winemaking process emphasizes minimal intervention and organic practices. Fermentation occurs in concrete tanks, followed by aging in second-use oak barrels. The producer is committed to sustainable viticulture, utilizing natural composts and avoiding pesticides, with a focus on keeping sulphite levels low. Since 2022, the estate has held organic certification.
