Saint-Amour
Appellation VillageGrape Variety :
Gamay.Vineyard
Site: at the northenmost limit of the Beaujolais appellation; one of the most reputed Crus of Beaujolais.History & tradition: a charming tradition makes it the perfect wine for Valentine's Day!
Soil: pink granite on a steep slope.
Viticulture
Density: 9 000 vines/ha, to check the strength of the varietal.Pruning: Gobelet method (Goblet pruning), very short, to control yield.
Vinification
Harvesting: by hand.Method: traditional for Beaujolais; semi-carbonic maceration, full bunches of grapes.
Maceration: 4 to 10 days.
Ageing: stainless steel vat.
Tasting note by Véronique Boss-Drouhin
"Easily recognizable for its beautiful purple colour and typical aromas of violet and musk. Ample and round on the palate. Long aftertaste, with intense fruit".Vintage
Good-balanced wines reminding of 2000 vintage.Serving
Temperature: 15°C (57°F).Cellaring: 2 to 6 years.
