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Jean-Étienne Chermette - Moulin-à-Vent Rochegrès 2020

Moulin-à-Vent|Red wine

3.8/5 (6 customers)

93/100

Robert Parker

Gamay

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concentrate

roasted Camembert

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“The 2020 Moulin-à-Vent Rochegrès blends aromas of sweet berries, cherries, and rose petals with spicy notes in an inviting bouquet, followed by a medium- to full-bodied palate that is rich and concentrated, with a fleshy core of fruit framed by powdery tannins. It is reminiscent of a more elegant version of Chermette’s first release in 2018.” (Wine Advocate 2021)

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Estate

Domaines Chermette (ex Domaine du Vissoux)

Vintage

Rochegrès

Vintage

2020

Designation

Moulin-à-Vent

Region

Beaujolais

Grape Varieties

100% Gamay, vignes de 55 ans

Regions

Various Granites Containing Manganese

Viticulture

Terra Vitis

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

A traditional Beaujolais wine made using the semi-carbonic method, with two pump-overs per day, 9- to 11-day maceration in concrete tanks, no chaptalization, and minimal SO₂

Livestock Farming

6 to 8 months in stainless steel tanks, including 2% from 1- and 2-year-old barrels

Alcohol content

13%

Eye

Deep ruby red, intense color with purple highlights

Nose

Fresh, spicy, and mineral, with aromas of red fruits (red currant, ripe and concentrated strawberry), followed by notes of black fruits (blackberry and black currant)

Palate

Full-bodied yet delicate. A clean, pure, and well-balanced wine with a round, velvety texture. The finish is long and lingering, with good aromatic complexity.

Serve

At 14-16°C

Drink starting at

2022

Drink before

2030

Food and Wine Pairings

Pairs well with cheeses (Camembert and Saint-Marcelin) and with red and white meats…

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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 implementing 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 consistently high, with special mention going to the “Garants” and “Les-Trois-Roches” from 2016.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100 (Excellent wine)

2022-Rated Estate (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

About the wine:

The 2020 Moulin-à-Vent Rochegrès blends aromas of sweet berries, cherries, and rose petals with hints of spice in an inviting bouquet, followed by a medium-bodied to full-bodied palate that is rich and concentrated, with a fleshy core of fruit framed by velvety tannins. It is reminiscent of a more elegant version of Chermette’s first release in 2018.

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 to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

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 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

Customer Rating

3.8/5

based on 6 reviews