Château du Moulin-à-Vent - Les Vérillats 2016
93/100
Vinous
16,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
16,5/20
RVF
16/20
Le Figaro
“Opaque ruby. Vibrant aromas of cherry and dark berries with mineral accents reveal notes of succulent herbs, Moroccan spices, vanilla, and candied flowers that open up with aeration. Juicy and energetic on the palate, offering dense flavors of black raspberry and cola-like cherry, complemented by hints of five-spice powder and mocha. Long and spicy, with a resonant character of black fruit and velvety tannins that gradually fade into the wine’s juicy fruit.” (Vinous A. Galloni) Please note: limited quantities available.
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Eye
A beautiful, deep garnet color
Nose
Deep notes of dark fruit that fall outside the Moulin-à-Vent appellation standards
Palate
Smooth and full-bodied, with a delightful richness that is well balanced by the freshness of the fruit and spices
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2026
Production
8,000 bottles, 300 wax-sealed magnums
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with honey-glazed duck breast, mild sheep's-milk cheeses, rich chocolates...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 16.5/20 (Benchmark wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the wine:
Gothic style, finely crafted. A refined, fruit-forward profile that defines its noble austerity. Remarkable, creamy length. An uncompromising style. A lovely wine.
About the estate:
The ambitious and well-coordinated renovation of the vineyard and winery undertaken by Jean-Jacques Parinet is now yielding the expected results. Progress has been remarkable, and the estate continues to lead the appellation. He is supported by a talented team, including Édouard Parinet, their cellar master Brice Lafon, and their communications manager Morgane Chambriard. A major player for the appellation and the region, he is a formidable ambassador who builds value and enhances the region’s image both in France and around the world.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2020 guide) 16,5/20 (Very good wine)
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a good standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
In Les Vérillats, the rose reveals its old-world charms with a hint of graphite. Enveloped in a wine-like body, it embodies the cool character of the terroir. It will age gracefully.
About the estate:
Since its acquisition by the Parinet family in 2009, this vast estate has invested significant human resources to revitalize the Moulin-à-Vent appellation, just as Château des Jacques did in its day. Produced in a modern Gamay style, with long and carefully managed aging in oak, the estate’s numerous single-vineyard wines express the complexity and diversity of the soils. The 2016 vintage marked the debut of the estate’s first white wine vineyards (4.5 hectares) in the Mâcon and Pouilly-Fuissé appellations, under the name Roc des Boutires.
Wine Spectator
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Vinous
Wine rated 93/100
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Opaque ruby. Vibrant aromas of cherry and dark berries with mineral accents capture notes of succulent herbs, Moroccan spices, vanilla, and candied flowers that unfold with each breath. Juicy and energetic on the palate, offering dense flavors of black raspberry and cola-infused cherry, complemented by hints of five-spice powder and mocha. Long and spicy, with a resonant character of black fruit and velvety tannins that gradually fade into the wine’s juicy fruit.
Le Figaro vins
Wine rated (2019 guide) 16/20
About the wine:
The climate of Les Vérillats, with its shallow, acidic granite soil, is reflected in this cuvée, which boasts a floral, light, and fragrant profile; its crisp, fresh palate brings out its spring-like character.
Customer Rating
3/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. LAURENT B. Published on March 11, 2021
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