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Beaujolais Villages

2008 Beaujolais Gamay Noir

The Raoul Clerget Beaujolais Villages is a delightful expression of the Gamay Noir varietal that showcases the vibrant character of the Beaujolais region. This red wine exhibits a beautiful ruby hue, inviting you to dive into its alluring aroma. On the palate, it offers a light-bodied experience, marked by refreshing acidity that gives it a lively, mouthwatering quality. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring bright notes of red berries, particularly strawberries and raspberries, creating a delightful interplay of sweetness and zest. The tannins are soft and subtle, providing just enough structure to balance the fruit-forward profile. This wine is bone dry, making it incredibly food-friendly, perfect for pairing with a wide range of dishes or simply enjoying on its own. The 2008 vintage shows great finesse, highlighting the wine's approachable nature while still retaining complexity and charm that Beaujolais wines are known for.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Strawberry

Strawberry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Salad, Pasta Primavera, Arugula Salad

Region:


France
France

While it was not the first country to master winemaking, no other country has determined the course of wine and wine culture as much as France. From the sparkling wines of Champagne to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Burgundy; from Bordeaux's sumptuous blends to Alsace's Riesling; and from the Loire Valley's Sauvignon Blancs to exciting new regions like Pays d'Oc in the south, France has given the world nearly all the major styles and grape varieties that dominate what we drink today. There are numerous reasons why France and wine are so inextricably linked, but perhaps the foremost is geography. Few places can rival France's unique array of hot and cool-climate regions and the abundant maritime influences and mountainous terrain found throughout the country.

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