Château des Jacques, one of the most esteemed estates in Beaujolais, has been a proud member of the Louis Jadot family for over two decades. It was originally established in the 18th century with only a couple of hectares of Moulin a Vent. Over the centuries and under different ownerships it has acquired more vineyards in Moulin a Vent, Fleurie and Morgon.
Unlike many of the winemakers in Beaujolais whose wines undergo carbonic maceration, the Chateau makes wine in a more Burgundian style through destemming, parcel vinification, long macerations, aging in barrels and bottling at the property. All of the red wines are made from100% Gamay grape variety.
This wine is a blend of Bel Air, Grille-Midi, and Cercillon vineyards from the appellation, grown on the typical Beaujolais pink granite terroir of varying depths. Hand-picked and fermented slowly, it is aged for 10 months in concrete tanks and oak barrels sourced from Allier, Limousin, and Nivernais forests.
It has a beautiful deep cherry colour, delicate red fruit and flower aromas, and a smooth and rich taste.
