Deep ruby color. Black fruit and spice flavors. Supple tannins with a pleasant aftertaste. Semi-carbonic fermentation in a temperature-controlled environment. 30% of the total is cold soaked before fermentation and then blended. The first racking is done before the MLF.
Cuvaison is carried out for 14 to 20 days, during which the flesh, skins and juice are fermented. The wine is then aged in a fermentation tank for 13 months, after which it is bottled and left to settle. The Domaine is led by Gilles Juran, who holds important positions in the Beaujolais Crus Association and the Beaujolais Wine Committee, and his wife Magali. The Domaine's name comes from the plot of land, Clos des Nugues, purchased by the previous owner, Gerard, in 1976. The average age of the vines is now 45 years, and the planting area is 35.3 hectares. Some of the vines are over 100 years old. In 2018, the Domaine was also certified HVE (Highly Environmentally Friendly). In order to improve the environment of the vines and the soil, the use of pesticides is kept to a minimum. A limited number of bottles of Gilles' top cuvées, which are only produced in good years, are also available. These wines have the potential to age, and are sometimes so high-quality that they are reminiscent of Pinot Noir from famous appellations!
Please try this high quality Gamay.