2016 Lafarge-Vial Chiroubles

Acquired in 2014 by Volnay's Frédéric Lafarge and his wife Chantal, née Vial, this four-hectare domaine is biodynamically farmed. The grapes are partially destemmed and fermented with punch-downs and pump-overs during the maceration, followed by pressing in a vertical press. Maturation is in well-used cooperage from the Domaine Lafarge in Volnay. The result is old-school cru Beaujolais, built to age.  It has a bright blueberry and orange blossom-scented bouquet that is just so pure and seductive. The palate is very well balanced with fine tannin, nicely structured with a subtle marine influence toward the finish.