Moulin-à-Vent Clos du Grand Carquelin 2020 6x75cl

Exquisite colour, deep cherry red. Releases powerful aromas, of lush red fruit and spices, both elegant and dense. The taste is abundant, tannins are well formed despite their youth, at once harmonious, delicate and impressive. A wine of the highest standard, with a full, fleshy fruit character.

Vineyards

Château des Jacques is located in the Beaujolais region of Moulin-à-Vent, between Fleurie and Chênas. Château des Jacques has a total of 28.78ha vineyards in Moulin-à-Vent. Each of the 6 'Clos' has its own distinct terrior. Clos du Grand Carquelin south-exposed vineyard is dominated by granitic sands that are deeper and a little bit heavier, with more clay present than its neighbours.

Vintage

A vintage of excellent quality, which started early thanks to a warm spring and early summer, with some very hot whether in July and August. Pinot Noir in particular had small berries, but beautifully concentrated and Chardonnay managed to hold its acidity.

Winemaking

The wine is vinified in closed vats with pumping over, and then aged in oak barrels for 12 months. One part of the grapes is de-stemmed.

Enjoy with:

Rack of lamb with a herb crust