2021 Domaine Jean-Claude Lapalu Beaujolais Villages Vieilles Vignes, France
$24.99
From one of the most precocious Bojo Villages sectors, which is among the first to be harvested in the region. Vines are 45+ years old and are densely planted so challenging to work.
SOIL: Sandy, shallow topsoil on granite
VITICULTURE: Certified (organic), in biodynamic conversion
VINIFICATION: Grapes are chilled for 1 day, then into tank for carbonic maceration/fermentation for 12-14 days with indigenous yeasts.
AGINGAged 5-6 months in tank, no fining, and no filtration (except the last 10% of the tank). 10-15 mg SO2 at bottling.
-Importer's Note
Specs
- Country France
- Region Beaujolais
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Lapalu
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Gamay
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Meaty Fish, Pizza Night, Red Sauce
- Characteristics Red Fruit, Juicy, Chillable Red