The Chenas Cru is the smallest Beaujolais Cru, not bigger than Côte Rôtie. This is a rare wine. The estate's unique parcel spreads over 22.2 acres of vines on a very steep slope facing East, situated between 310 and 380 meters above sea level. Granitic soils are covered with Quartz crystals and give the wine its own personality. The vineyard is co-owned by Domnique Piron and Christian Lameloise, whose family owned Lameloise restaurant in Burgundy (3*** Michelin).
A mineral, balanced and complex wine with aromas of lilac, cherry, peony and peach. Floral flavors are followed by elegant, round and dense tannins. The mouth finishes tense with almost salty nuances.
Pairs well with complex dishes, meats, leaver, and why not a little pigeon with peas and diced bacon.
"Beautifully attractive violets and red flowers here, carrying a very fresh impression, as well as an exciting and vibrant yet elegant finish. Exceptionally pure and focused. Drink or hold."
- James Suckling (February 2019), 93 pts
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"This is a rich, full wine, given structure both by wood aging and fruit tannins. Weight, density and good acidity are coming together in an harmonious whole. From 60-year-old vines, it will be ready from late 2018. - Roger VOSS"
- Wine Enthusiast (March 1st 2018), 92 pts
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"Beautifully attractive violets and red flowers here, carrying a very fresh impression, as well as an exciting and vibrant yet elegant finish. Exceptionally pure and focused. Drink or hold.Macerated cherry and raspberry tea flavors are accented by licorice, mineral and white pepper details in this light-bodied red, with solid, inte-grated acidity that accentuates the incense and herb notes on the finish. Drink now through 2023. - Gillian Sciaretta"
- Wine Spectator (November 30th 2019), 90 pts
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With know-how, roots and terroirs, Dominique Piron has created a Domain among the leaders of the region. Dominique Piron’s oldest known ancestor was born in Morgon in 1590. Since then, ...
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