Château Thivin - Côte-de-Brouilly Cuvée Zaccharie 2023
97/100
RVF
17,5+/20
Jancis Robinson
95/100
Bettane & Desseauve
95/100
James Suckling
2*Étoiles
Hachette
"A Gamay made for aging"
A cuvée paying homage to Zaccharie Geoffray, this wine is crafted from a selection of the finest terroirs on plots of old vines. The ambition behind it is evident in this wine, which reflects expert craftsmanship and meticulous aging. A hint of toast gives way to fruit on the nose. Depth and character define the palate, supported by a touch of acidity, elegant tannins, and vibrant flavor. This is a wine that will benefit from three to four years of aging and will continue to develop over 10 years or more. A truly beautiful bottle!
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Eye
Deep red
Nose
Aromas of very ripe fruit (blackcurrant, blackberry)
Palate
Full-bodied and warm, with plenty of spice
Serve
At 14-16°C
Open
Let recent vintages breathe beforehand
Drink before
2033
Guard
10 years
Food and wine pairings
It pairs perfectly with a nice cut of beef in sauce or grilled, or with Comté or Beaufort cheese...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2025 Guide) 95/100 (2022 Vintage)
Rated estate (2023 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Château Thivin has embarked on a renovation of its vineyard, with a focus on soil management. As part of its transition to organic farming, trellising on the steepest plots—such as La Chapelle—is now the standard practice. The range is extensive: fruit-forward whites and reds, as well as Côte de Brouilly wines (Sept Vignes, Griottes de Brulhié). The magnificent trio of Godefroy, Chapelle, and Zaccharie particularly impressed and moved us this year. A must-visit for wine lovers and a source of truly great wines.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2025) 2* Stars (Vintage 2022) (Remarkable wine)
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
This historic estate remains a benchmark for classic, age-worthy Beaujolais, and the 2019 vintage is a fine success. As I wrote last year, the Geoffrays have banned herbicides and insecticides from their vineyards and are among the most conscientious growers in the appellation, working toward organic certification. In the cellar, winemaking is traditional, with semi-carbonic maceration and aging generally in large oak casks—though some small cuvées see a bit of new oak. A staple of France’s finest restaurants—and this writer’s table—all readers unfamiliar with these wines are strongly encouraged to seek them out. This year, the Brouilly Reverdon deserves a special mention, as it is particularly successful.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 97/100 (2022 vintage)
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2024 guide) 17.5+/20 (2022 vintage)
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100 (2022 vintage)
Customer rating
4.5/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. RAPHAEL G. Published on March 25, 2025
Great as always
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Review by Mr. FRANCOIS J. Posted on 11/27/2025
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Review by Mr. ALFONS W. Published on April 28, 2025
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Review by Mr. WILLIAM A. Posted on March 7, 2025
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