The power of Gamay

From Julienas to Moulin à vent, there is only one step. However
those wines are very different. The soil of this area is mainly
granit, which creates more powerful and more structured wine
than in the south.

Theme : Visits & Tastings Duration : Full day Groups : Yes

Morning : You will head north for the Beaujolais route of the Crus, you will be able to observe the variety of landscapes that adds to the richness of this terroir. The 10 Crus follow and touch each other but none is the same, each one has its specificity and unique taste. Come and taste several of them side by side, you will be surprised !
After driving through lovely villages surrounded by vines and rolling hills, you will visit a local wine estate. You will immediately be immersed in the friendly atmosphere of Beaujolais when you will meet the winemaker producer. You will taste a selection of delicate red and white wines.

For lunch, you will decide! We will make sure to reserve a table in a local restaurant, but not mandatory, if you would like to bring your picnic or other. Afternoon : After lunch, you will push the door of a Chateau, where you will taste other wines with this beautiful red cherry colour and flavors of red currant, blackberry and raspberry. You will get to learn more about the vinification process, the characteristics of the grape varieties and the particularities of each cru.

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