Ratings: Robert Parker 90/100, Gault Millau 17/20, RVF 16/20
"The 2008 Brouilly has a lovely texture and vibrant fruit..." As the southernmost appellation in Beaujolais, Brouilly embodies the quintessential character of Beaujolais. The vineyard plot from which it comes, located at the foot of Mont Brouilly, consists of granite scree resulting from the erosion of this hill, which gives structure to this wine—straightforward and pure on the palate. A delicious blend of red and black berries, with a hint of licorice. A real treat!
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Eye
Deep ruby red
Nose
Initially floral on the nose (violet), then deep aromas of ripe fruit emerge
Palate
Delicate yet full-bodied. The granite soil gives it a beautiful, pure, and straightforward character, built on round tannins. The finish is long and fresh. A blend of red and black berries: cherry, strawberry, and blackberry. There is a slight hint of licorice on the finish.
Serve
at 12°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2009
High point
2012
Drink before
2016
Food and wine pairings
A wine that pairs well with a wide variety of dishes: quail with truffles, oxtail risotto, veal liver Venetian-style, tagliatelle with Parmesan...
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 introducing 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 more austere style in recent vintages, perhaps more suited for 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 written 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, dry vintages have tended to offer, but here, these qualities 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 exceptional estates, often blessed with 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 estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
3.4/5
based on 5 reviews
Review by Ms. CHANTAL B. Published on August 8, 2018
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Review by Mr. OLIVIER M. Posted on 08/30/2016
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Review by Mr. HENRI JEAN P. Published on July 28, 2015
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Review by Mr. JEAN MICHEL E. Posted on May 5, 2014
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Review by Mr. ARNAUD V. Published on January 31, 2014
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