2022 Famille Dutraive Chiroubles "Lieu-Dit Javernand", Beaujolais, FranceABOUT THIS WINE A blend of two old vine parcels in the Cru of Chiroubles: 1. Poullet is located just below the village at 370 meters in altitude with a vine age of 70 years. In organic conversion 2. Javernaud is located northwest of the village at 400 430m in altitude with a vine of 60 years. Organically farmed. SOIL ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Jean Louis Dutraive is known throughout the land as a true master of Gamay. In addition to his masterful skill of

Half the fruit was fermented in stainless steel

near Bio Bio and Itata

renamed since 1945

The goal for each vintage is to seek the thrill of discovery – especially in uncharted territory

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potential importers

He picked Lemasson to be his partner

and the legendary Quinta de Roriz in 2009

The entire estate is certified organic and with most of the vineyards being planted pre-1940 the yields are naturally low and all harvesting is done by hand

is more than a befitting tribute

The vinification is equally traditional: the grapes are destemmed 100%

Domaine Tempier’s wines are made with minimal intervention