Beaujolais

Region: France, Beaujolais

Grapes Variety: Gamay

Tasting Notes: Aromas of strawberry, violet, cinnamon, red currant, and peony, releasing fleshy. Well-built in flavours that are discreetly spicy and a good length in the mouth. It is worth leaving the bottles to age for 3 years for the nuances of vanilla and spice to fill out.

Food Pairing: This wine pairs well with cured meatsa, pasta and dishes that contain veal, port and poultry.

Region: France, Burgundy, Beaujolais
Grape Variety: Gamay

Background: Régnard, one of the oldest and most prestigious houses in Chablis, was founded in 1860 by Zéphir Regnard. In 1984, Baron Patrick de Ladoucette purchased Regnard and has perpetuated the style and tradition of the wines ever since. The Baron's experience in modernizing the de Ladoucette cellars in Pouilly-sur-Loire inspired him to make similar changes at Régnard, including thermo-controlled stainless steel fermentation tanks and sodium lamps in the aging sheds to prevent light damage.

Tasting Notes: A dark red colour with violet highlights. An expressive bouquet full of the aromas of red fruit (raspberries and strawberries) accompanied by a small and agreeable vegetable point. The palate is agreeable and elegant with a frank attack accompanied by a light tangy note.

Region: Beaujolais, France
Grape Variety: Gamay

Tasting Notes: Regnard Moulin A Vent typically exhibits a ruby colour with purplish hues. The aroma is fruity with notes of red and black fruits like raspberry, redcurrant and blackcurrant, sometimes with hints of spice and even banaan. On the palate, it is round, elegenat and lively. It displays tannins that soften with age and can be cellared for 5-7 years or longer.

Food Pairing: This wine pairs well with a variety of dishes, particularly those featuring red meats, game and rich flavourful foods. Dishes to be considered are roasted or grilled beef, lamb, duch or dishes with mushrooms, root vegetables or cramy sauces. It also compliments charcuterie, pates and some cheeses.

Region: Beaujolais, France

Grape Variety: 100% Gamay

Tasting Notes: Filled with fruits such as cherries, strawberries and raspberries with violet and peppery undertones. The palate is elegeant, noted for its silky tannins and an intense freshness which perfectly harmonises this beautiful wine.

Food Pairing: This red wine is recommended to pair well with meats such as veal, pork and poultry. It also pairs well with pasta dishes and cured meats.

Region: Beaujolais, France

Grape Variety: 100% Gamay Noir

Background: The name Antonin Rodet has been rhyming with Mercurey in the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise since 1875, when the house was founded by Antoine Rodet, known as Antonin. The Clos Rodet, a 17th Century bourgeois mansion situated in the heart of the village, is embodying the House's historical heart, cellar and values. For decades, the visionary Rodet family did not hesitate to invest in one of the oldest terroirs in Burgundy and contributed to the business development of the House, brought the Rodet signature into international markets and enhanced its reputation to become a reference in Mercurey and far beyond the native region. Antonin Rodet Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines contributed to the international renown of the House whose consecration came with an award at the Universal Exhibition in 1900. Of noble character and fully expressive after traditional winemaking, the House wines respect their origins with great purity.

Tasting Notes: Ruby red with violet reflections. Red berry fruit and violets. A rich, supple taste with good body with supple and ­ne balance.

Food Pairing: Drink with lamb, grilled fish or scallops, fresh tofu, cured meats, a light stew, kidneys, pizza, barbecues, light soups and blue cheese from the French Auvergne area.