A rich, full-bodied wine with an elegant texture, it exudes aromas of plum, cherry, and red berries, intertwined with notes of spices and violets. It pairs wonderfully with a bavette steak with shallots or an Ossau-Iraty cheese served with black cherry jam.
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Eye
Crimson color with purple highlights
Nose
Quite intense and delicate, with a very floral bouquet (rose, iris) and spicy notes
Palate
Full-bodied and generous, with intense fruitiness; lively, dominated by blackcurrant and red currant with a hint of vanilla; enveloping, velvety tannins; a lingering finish
Serve
At 15°C
Drink before
2033
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with a salad of smoked duck breast, flank steak with shallots, tournedos in red wine, an andouillette from Lyon, sheep’s milk tomme cheese, red berry tarts...
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, replacing 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 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 one better suited for aging. Nevertheless, the quality remains as high as ever, with special mention going to the “Garants” and “Les-Trois-Roches” from 2016.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated Estate 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 are the cornerstones of the approach here. The young Chermette, who has also launched his own label—discussed in this feature—reminded me that the estate earned 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
Wine rated (2024 guide) 93/100
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 wine:
This vintage is a perfect alignment of the planets: great terroir, a fine vintage, and a skilled winemaker. This is a truly beautiful expression—deep, mysterious, and well-defined. Although austere, this elegant wine with aromas of wild berries should age for twenty years without any trouble. (La RVF No. 682, July–August 2024)
About the estate:
The estate’s slogan, “the art of making wine as close to the grape as possible,” perfectly reflects the style 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 challenging vintages.
James Suckling
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
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