Beaujolais
MOIBFM
Grape variety: Gamay
Background: Beaujolais is part of the greater Burgundy region, although its climate and soil make-up are quite different. It's well known for its light, fresh and fruity reds made from the Gamay grape. The basic, regional wines come under the simple name of 'Beaujolais'. Wines produced labelled 'Beaujolais-Villages' come from the better sites in the hilly northern area, and the best of Beaujolais tends to come from one of the ten communal villages, Fleurie, Brouilly and Morgon to name three.
Tasting notes:
A deep coloured wine, showing great finesse and fruit intensity. Ripe berry and currant flavours, soft tannins and balanced acidity on the finish.Food pairing: Ideal with white meat dishes.
MOIJ
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.
MOIMV
Region: France, Beaujolais
Grapes variety: Gamay
Tasting notes:
An exceptional Beaujolais of great weight and intensity, retaining the classic fresh raspberry and cherry fruit flavours synonymous with the region. If Fleurie is the queen of Beaujolais then the silky Moulin a Vent is the king. So vital, so energetic, this wine will bowl you over.
LADFDR
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.