2022 Côte de Brouilly Cuvée de l’Héronde, Domaine de Vavril
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Located on the steep hillsides above the town of Beaujeu, Domaine Vavril owns just over 10 hectares of vines, predominantly planted with Gamay. Beaujeu born and bred, and eager to bottle his own wines, winemaker Jean-Luc Ducruix arrived at the property in 2005. From vines planted in the `Héronde` sector of the appellation, this excellent Côte de Brouilly has a bright, ruby-purple colour, the nose being attractively scented, recalling ripe red cherries and violets. Medium bodied on the palate, there is lovely depth of juicy fruits, with fine structure. This is a beautifully balanced Beaujolais, with ripe tannins and a refreshing finish.
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Domaine de Vavril
Located on the steep hillsides above the town of Beaujeu, Domaine de Vavril owns just over 10 hectares of vines, predominantly planted with Gamay. The history of the property dates back to the Middle Ages, at the heart of it being an impressive mansion. Sadly abandoned and neglected after the Second World War, the arrival of a new owner, Richard Brague, in 2004 brought investment and renovation of both the buildings and the land. In 2005, he brought in Beaujeu born and bred winemaker, Jean-Luc Ducruix, who was eager to initiate domaine bottling.
Jean-Luc has a delicate touch in the winery. These are frank, charming expressions of Gamay, that could only come from the hills of the Beaujolais.