Clos de la Roilette 'Cuvée Tardive' Fleurie Beaujolais, France 2021

Style: Red

Vintage: 2021

ABV: 13% 

Region:  Beaujolais

Country:  France

Varietals:  Gamay

Beaujolais soils are predominantly decomposed granite with pockets of blue volcanic rock. 

The Clos de la Roilette, a lieu-dit in the village of Fleurie, covers nine hectares of one of the best slopes in the Beaujolais Crus. The clos has an eastern exposure, borders the Moulin-à-Vent appellation, and produces beautiful wines when young and can age 5-10 years, depending on the vintage. Cuvée Tardive comes from the oldest vines on the property, which are around 80 years old. 

Pairing Ideas: Gamay is an easy and flexible dancing partner. Gamay’s mellow fruity flavors make it a rare red wine equally capable of pairing with delicate dishes like fish and salty, caramelized foods like roasted poultry and aged cheeses.