COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Gamay
PRODUCER
Domaine de Bel-Air
REGION
Beaujolais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Les Granits Bleus Beaujolais-Villages from Domaine de Bel-Air is a 2022 vintage red wine made from 100% Gamay. The wine hails from the Beaujolais region of France, specifically the Beaujolais-Villages appellation. Its name, 'Les Granits Bleus,' refers to the blue granite soils prevalent in the vineyards, which are a significant factor in the wine's identity. Domaine de Bel-Air, with a legacy of nearly 180 years, has been led by Jean-Marc and Annick Lafont since 1986. They have been dedicated to organic farming practices since 1989, emphasizing a sustainable approach to viticulture. The average vine age in the Beaujolais-Villages vineyards is 50 years, contributing to the depth and complexity of the grapes.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Les Granits Bleus' highlights the blue granite soils of the vineyard.
Fact 02
Domaine de Bel-Air has been farming organically since 1989.
Fact 03
Vineyards in Beaujolais-Villages average 50 years old.
Fact 04
Whole cluster fermentation is a key technique used here.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Les Granits Bleus Beaujolais-Villages involves 100% Gamay grapes cultivated using organic viticulture. A key technique employed is whole cluster fermentation, where the grapes are fermented with their stems. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in tanks, a method chosen to preserve its inherent fruitiness and freshness. The vineyard practices are guided by integrated vine growing, emphasizing observation and minimal intervention, with much of the vineyard work done by hand. This approach reflects the producer's commitment to sustainable and natural winemaking principles.
