ORIGIN
Beaujolais, France
APPELLATION
Chiroubles
VINEYARD
4,000, 50-year old vines planted in 1.42 hectares of pink granite soil at 400m altitude with a South, Southeast sun exposure
Density: 10,000 vines/ha
Annual Production: 200 cases
BLEND
100% Gamay Noir
FARMING
Sustainable farming practices
WINEMAKING
Maceration for 8-days with whole clusters in gridded vats
AGING
Aged for 6-months in stainless steel tanks, light filtration
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Since 1834, Laurent Gauthier’s family has preserved the natural respect of creating Crus with great finesse. Born and raised in Morgon, Monsieur Gauthier puts the spirit of his home each and every one of his wines. His hard work and determination to the art form that is wine making has allowed for him to understand the lessons that nature has given him throughout the years.