Discovering the Saint-Amour AOC

Updated on December 14, 2022

In the film Saint-Amour, starring Gérard Depardieu and Benoît Poelvoorde, the Saint-Amour AOC takes center stage. But how well do you really know this appellation? Let's head to the village of Saint-Amour with winemaker and journalist Laëtitia Allemand to discover this famous Beaujolais AOC. On the agenda: a Beaujolais moment brimming with emotion!

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The village of Saint-Amour

Here, everything exudes romance. Starting with the village's name, Saint-Amour – which owes its name to a certain Amor, a Roman legionary whose statue naturally stands next to the church. Nearby, the town hall celebrates numerous marriage confirmations throughout the year. Here, restaurants are called "Au 14 février" (February 14th), "Auberge du Paradis" (Paradise Inn)... That's how well they know how to welcome lovers!

AOC Saint-Amour - Dailymotion Video

This time, Laetitia Allemand invites you to a truly romantic Beaujolais experience, as she's in Saint-Amour. Quite an itinerary! Here, restaurants are called Au 14 février, Auberge du Paradis... That should tell you how well they know how to welcome lovers!

The full name of the town is Saint-Amour-Bellevue. And indeed, the view is superb. It's 20 km south of Mâcon , at the northern entrance to the Beaujolais wine route.

Discovering the Saint-Amour AOC, a Beaujolais wine

Here, we produce red wines with two different styles. Depending on whether the maceration is short or longer, we obtain light and aromatic wines that can be consumed soon after harvest, or more structured and tannic wines that can be kept for 4 to 5 years.

Tasting tips for the Saint-Amour AOC

Saint-Amour is undoubtedly the quintessential Valentine's Day wine. Proof: nearly a quarter of the production is enjoyed on February 14th . But think outside the box and consider it with autumnal dishes, such as risotto or pumpkin purée. You'll appreciate its tender and harmonious character.

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Pourquoi nous faire confiance ?

Depuis 2014, chez Les Grappes, nous partons à la rencontre de vignerons passionnés partout en France pour dénicher des vins authentiques, vivants et pleins d'histoire. En travaillant directement avec plus de 500 vignerons, nous sélectionnons des cuvées que nous aimons vraiment et que nous avons envie de vous faire découvrir.

Ce blog est le prolongement de cette aventure. On y partage nos découvertes, nos conseils, nos coups de cœur, nos meilleurs accords mets-vins, des idées de dégustation et tout ce qui nous anime au quotidien autour du vin.

L'objectif est simple : vous aider à choisir des bouteilles qui vous ressemblent et à prendre encore plus de plaisir à les déguster.