Red

Chiroubles

Henry Fessy

Beaujolais · France

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Gamay Noir
Country
France
Region
Beaujolais
Appellation
Chiroubles
Alcohol
13%
Body
light
Acidity
high
Tannin
low
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

poultry · grilled fish · mild cheeses

Rated vintages

  • 2020

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

    A solidly structured wine with fine tannins and ripe red-berry fruits. The acidity adds a piquancy to the fruitiness giving the wine a lift. The wine comes from Henry Fesse vines. Drink from late 2017.

  • 2014

  • 2013

  • 2012

    This structured wine discloses dark tannins and a firm, dense character. The granite soil comes through strongly in the cool minerality and tight texture. It has weight and potential richness, but it does need to age. Drink from 2016.

  • 2011