Domaine Chignard - 2018 - Julienas Beauvernay - 750 ml.

Juliénas is arguably the most diverse of Beaujolais's ten crus, and the hill of Beauvernay stands out as one of the top vineyards in the appellation. Cédric Chignard inherited this small plot of land from his mother, and the old vines here now produce a fine counterpart to the lovely Fleurie, which is the foundation of the domaine's reputation established by Cédric's father, Michel. Situated at a high altitude on the steep slopes of schist-like blue volcanic stone, Beauvernay yields bright fruit with vibrant acidity and an intense mineral backbone—truly a vin de terroir. This striking Gamay can be enjoyed now or aged for several years.