Juliénas

Site: in the very north of the Beaujolais region, one of the ten crus of the appellation. The vineyards are steeply sloping. History & tradition: The first climate in the region to have been exploited in ancient times, while the others remained covered with chestnut trees. It is said to have taken its name from Julius Caesar himself. Soil: A mixture of granite and manganese. Viticulture: Planting density: 9,000 vines/ha to control the vigour of the grape variety. the vigour of the grape variety. Pruning: very short goblet pruning to control yields. Vinification : Harvest: by hand. Method: Traditional Beaujolais, semi-carbonic, whole bunches. Maceration: 6 to 10 days. Ageing: in vats. Tasting notes: Finesse and depth. A beautiful colour with raspberry a surprisingly elegant bouquet, with notes of wild of wild fruit. On the palate, the wine is fleshy and well beautiful construction. The finish is long and fragrant".