Domaine du Vissoux - Beaujolais Nouveau Les Griottes 2016

Beaujolais|Red wine

3.7/5 (20 customers)

The Les Griottes vintage captures the very essence of Beaujolais Primeur: aromas of cherry, blackcurrant, and blueberry waft from the glass. On the palate, it is generous, easy-drinking, and fruity, yet also full-bodied and intense, with a lovely texture and a crisp finish. It’s the perfect touch of cheer for November!

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Estate

Domaines Chermette (ex Domaine du Vissoux)

Vintage

Les Griottes Primeur

Vintage

2016

Designation

Beaujolais

Region

Beaujolais

Grape varieties

100% Gamay

Terroirs

Bois d'Oingt on clay-limestone soil; dark granite soil in Saint-Vérand with a southwest exposure, plus grapes sourced from clay-limestone soil

Viticulture

an alternative that lies between integrated pest management and organic farming

Grape Harvest

manual

Winemaking

Traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic fermentation, with 5 days of maceration in concrete and stainless steel tanks

Livestock farming

4 weeks in the tank

Alcohol content

12,5%

Eye

a brilliant, deep ruby color

Nose

Open and straightforward, with an explosion of red berries: raspberry, strawberry, and sometimes subtle hints of English candy

Palate

Open, supple, and easy to drink. Fruity and fresh, with a tangy note of fresh red berries

Serve

at 13°C

Open

and serve!

Drink from

2016

Drink before

2017

Food and wine pairings

It pairs well with a charcuterie platter, Lyon-style specialties (tablier de sapeur, hot sausage...), all kinds of terrines (pork, poultry), white and red meats, and fish. Creative ideas: try it with pickled oysters! A shortcrust tart with wine, topped with redcurrant jelly...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated 3 stars (A high-quality product that serves as a benchmark in its sector)

About the estate:

Martine and Pierre-Marie Chermette are gradually handing over the reins to their son, Jean-Étienne Chermette, who wasted no time in implementing some significant changes. In particular, the estate’s name: Domaines Chermette instead of Domaine du Vissoux. That said, the essentials remain the same: 31 hectares of red Beaujolais, 5.5 hectares of white Beaujolais, and 16.5 hectares of crus in Fleurie, Brouilly, and Moulin-à-Vent. The estate, renowned for the richness and roundness of its wines, seems to have adopted a stricter style in recent vintages, perhaps more geared toward aging. Nevertheless, the quality remains high, with special mention for the Garants and Les-Trois-Roches from 2016.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Rated in 2022 (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About the estate:

Jean-Étienne Chermette continues to craft one of the region’s most reliable portfolios at this landmark estate in southern Beaujolais. As I’ve noted before, old vines, meticulous yet traditional winemaking, and aging in large oak casks form the foundation of the approach here. The young Chermette, who has simultaneously launched his own label—discussed in this feature—reminded me that the estate obtained Terra Vitis certification in 2018, which is definitely a step in the right direction. The 2021 vintage here, as elsewhere, marks a return to a lighter, more ethereal, and succulent style of Beaujolais than the recent hot and dry vintages have tended to offer, but here, these qualities do not come at the expense of flavor or substance.

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated Estate (2023 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the estate:

The estate’s motto, “the art of making wine as close to the grape as possible,” perfectly captures the philosophy of artisan winemaker Pierre-Marie Chermette, who is now joined by Jean-Étienne, one of his sons. He began his career on his parents’ 10 hectares in southern Beaujolais before acquiring 20 hectares in the Fleurie and Moulin-à-Vent appellations, and then in Brouilly in 2008. The wines revolve around a core of mature fruit that charms while respecting the identity of the terroirs. A sign of quality, the wines age gracefully even in difficult vintages.

James Suckling

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

Customer rating

3.7/5

based on 20 reviews