Nicole Chanrion "Domaine de la Voûte des Crozes", Côte-de-Brouilly, Beaujolais, France 2023

Nicole Chanrion’s Côte-de-Brouilly is a lively taste of Beaujolais magic. Grown on volcanic slopes, it’s made with care—handpicked grapes, whole cluster fermentation, and nine months in big oak barrels. Six generations of love and tradition in every bottle! Named "the best beginner red wine, according to wine professionals." by VinePair"Light-to-medium-bodied with aromatic cherry, raspberry, and blueberry flavors interwoven with licorice and floral details. Juicy, round, structured, yet always elegant and focused." 92 Points from VinousVarieties: 100% GamayRegion: Côte-de-Brouilly AOC, Beaujolais, FranceVolume: 750mlAlcohol: 13.0% ABVFarming Practice: Traditional sustainable viticulture from 60-year-old vinesSoil Type: Blue schist stones and volcanic rockVinification and Ageing: Hand-harvested whole cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts, aged in large traditional oak foudres for at least nine months, bottled unfiltered to preserve pure fruit character and floral aromatics typic