2021 Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages AOC, FR -375ml

These are 375ml (half bottles), perfect for stocking stuffers, gifts, or a relaxing book read. Beaujolais is a region in France and consists of multiple Villages and CRU wine designations within. In Beaulolais, the Beaujolais-Villages AOC area is located to the south, close to Lyon. The terroir is mainly composed of granite and this gives a distinct and specific character trait to all the wines from this AOC  The Beaujolais red wines are made from Gamay grape. Beaujolais is a general region, and if designated Beaujolais-Villages AOC, this is indicating a more specific growing area within the general Beaujolais region, hence the AOC (Appellation Origine Controlle), due to distinct terroir, as one example. The Beaujolais-Villages AOC vs. just Beaujolais on the label denotes wines of greater structure and a more in depth flavor profile in comparison. This wine displays plays a strong red/purple hue. Fresh red fruits on the nose with a hint of dark cherry. Slightly spicy with a touch of gr