As it does every year, the Les Griottes vintage captures the very essence of Beaujolais primeur, but with depth, a vinous character, and a beautiful balance between tannins and acidity. On the palate, fruitiness and freshness take center stage, with a tangy note of fresh red berries... Simply delicious!
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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
Mouth
A straightforward, smooth, and easy-drinking wine that offers fruitiness and freshness, with a tangy note of fresh red berries
Serve
at 13°C
Open
and serve!
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2016
Food and wine pairings
A wide variety of food and wine pairings: Mâchon, charcuterie, Lyon-style dishes, tablier de sapeur, hot sausage, all kinds of terrines (pork, poultry), white and red meats, and fish. Creative ideas: try it with oysters in vinegar! A shortcrust tart made with wine, topped with redcurrant jelly...
Bettane & Desseauve
3-star rating (High-quality production, serving 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 has wasted no time in introducing some significant changes. In particular, the name of the estate: 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 16.50 hectares of cru wines in Fleurie, Brouilly, and Moulin-à-Vent. The estate, renowned for the richness and roundness of its wines, seems to have adopted a more rigorous style in recent vintages, perhaps more geared towards aging. Nevertheless, the quality remains high, with special mention for the Garants and Les Trois Roches in 2016.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated 2022 (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
Jean-Étienne Chermette continues to craft one of the most reliable portfolios in the region at this benchmark estate in southern Beaujolais. As I have written before, old vines, meticulous yet traditional winemaking, and barrel aging are the cornerstones of the approach here. The young Chermette, who has also launched his own label, discussed in this report, reminded me that the estate obtained Terra Vitis certification in 2018, which is definitely a step in the right direction. 2021 at this address, as elsewhere, marks a return to a lighter, more ethereal and succulent style of Beaujolais than recent hot and dry vintages have tended to offer, but at this address, these virtues do not come at the expense of flavor or substance.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
The estate's slogan, "the art of making wine as close as possible to the grape," perfectly reflects the range of artisan winemaker Pierre-Marie Chermette, 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 crus, 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 estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
4/5
based on 19 reviews
Review by Mr. JEAN LUC A. Posted on 12/01/2015
a safe bet.
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Review by Mr. PATRICK M. Posted on 11/28/2015
Sarcastic and uncharming.
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Review and opinion by Mr. VITTORIO M. Published on 09/30/2022
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Review by Mr. MARC B. Posted on May 24, 2018
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Review by Catherine D. Posted on May 30, 2016
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Review by Mr. PHILIPPE A. Published on 02/23/2016
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Review by Mr. DOMINIQUE A. Posted on January 29, 2016
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