Discovering the Chiroubles AOC

After Brouilly and Côte-de-Brouilly, Laetitia Allemand takes us with her to discover the Chiroubles AOC. Recognized by the INAO as an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) since the decree of September 11, 1936, Chiroubles is produced in the Rhône department.

The Village of Chiroubles

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Laetitia Allemand, winemaker at Domaine Allemand, takes us with her to discover the Chiroubles AOC. We are here in the highest vineyards of Beaujolais, averaging 400 meters in altitude. They thrive here, in this magnificent natural amphitheater, despite a cooler climate, and can benefit longer from their excellent exposure than other Beaujolais vineyards because harvests here are later. Benefiting from this exceptional 100% granitic terroir, Chiroubles is a highly aromatic cru distinguished by its vivacity, roundness, and finesse.

We are in the village of Chiroubles, in the heart of the appellation of the same name. The statue present here is that of Victor Pulliat. He is a very important figure for Beaujolais, as he saved the vineyard from phylloxera.

The Chiroubles AOC Vineyard, a Beaujolais Wine

You may not have noticed, but we are here in the highest vineyards of Beaujolais. They average 400 meters in altitude. The vines thrive here, in this magnificent natural amphitheater, despite a cooler climate. They can benefit longer from their excellent exposure than other Beaujolais vineyards because harvests here are later.

Chiroubles Wines

Benefiting from its exceptional 100% granitic terroir, Chiroubles is a highly aromatic cru, distinguished by its vibrancy, roundness, and finesse. Local winemakers often state that it is here where the quintessence of Gamay is expressed, which, it should be noted, is the sole grape variety for red and rosé Beaujolais wines.

Tasting Recommendations for Chiroubles AOC

With its light tannins, Chiroubles AOC is a very pleasant red wine to enjoy after work, for instance, paired with delicate charcuterie or light appetizers such as verrines. I also recommend it with grilled fish.

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