Discovering the Côte-de-Brouilly AOC!

Updated on December 14, 2022

After Brouilly and Moulin-à-Vent , Laetitia Allemand takes us to discover the Côte-de-Brouilly AOC. This is one of the ten Beaujolais crus. Recognized by the INAO as an AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) since 1938, Côte-de-Brouilly owes its name to Mont Brouilly, whose slopes it covers almost entirely. It is, in fact, the volcanic nature of the hill, and in particular its distinctive rocks (blue granite), that gives Côte-de-Brouilly its unique qualities. All aboard for Beaujolais !

The volcanic origin of Mont Brouilly

AOC Côte-de-Brouilly - Dailymotion Video

After Brouilly and Moulin-à-Vent, Laetitia Allemand takes us to discover the Côte-de-Brouilly AOC. This is one of the ten Beaujolais crus. Recognized by the INAO as an AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) since 1938, Côte-de-Brouilly owes its name to Mont Brouilly, whose slopes it covers almost entirely. It is, in fact, the volcanic nature of the hill, and in particular its distinctive rocks (blue granite), that gives Côte-de-Brouilly its unique qualities. All aboard for Beaujolais!

We're currently on Mont Brouilly. It's not very high: it only reaches 483 meters, but it's easily recognizable with its vine-covered slopes and its resemblance to an Auvergne volcano. Indeed, Mont Brouilly is of volcanic origin. In fact, it's these particular rocks (blue granite) that make up the terroir from which the wine made here draws all its qualities. See you up there!

At the very top of Mont Brouilly, you'll find the Notre Dame aux Raisins chapel. You can't miss it; it has stood there since 1857, protecting the vineyards it overlooks.

The Côte-de-Brouilly AOC: a full-bodied wine with good aging potential

The Côte-de-Brouilly wines produced here are one of the ten Beaujolais crus. They are full-bodied red wines, more so than their Brouilly cousins, due to the differences in soil, of course. In fact, don't be too hasty to open them; they benefit greatly from a few years of aging! This will allow you to fully appreciate their generosity, elegance, and perfect balance.

Tasting tips for AOC Côte-de-Brouilly

In this region, it's a favorite accompaniment to the famous chicken liver pâté. You can also try it with white fish or meat in a sauce – let us know what you think!

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