2013 DOMINIQUE PIRON BEAUJOLAIS VILLAGES ‘LA CHANAISE’ - SOUR CHERRY

Beaujolais is arguably the most interesting region in France at present. The shackles of Beaujolais Nouveau have well and truly been shaken off. An ever-growing list of dynamic producers is showcasing the region’s diversity from generic Beaujolais and Beaujolais Villages and the 10 crus.

Dominique Piron’s Beaujolas Villages does pretty much what one should expect from a good producer these days. Gone is the bubblegum of old, replaced by bright cherry and raspberry and whispy, earthy tannin. It’s not a particularly complex wine, but it ticks the boxes for authenticity and drinkability.

2013 DOMINIQUE PIRON BEAUJOLAIS VILLAGES ‘LA CHANAISE’
Producer: Dominique Piron
Variety: Gamay
Vintage: 2013
Region: Beaujolais, France
ABV: 12.5%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $27.00
Date tasted: 17 January 2016

Tasting Note:
Bright garnet. Clean nose of cherry and raspberry, floral top note. Dry, medium bodied, savoury palate of redcurrant and cranberry. Well-made, direct and straightforward.
Score: 15.5/20