Beaujolais isn’t a monolith; it comes in a range of styles from juicy and fresh to concentrated and nuanced. Its expressive aromas of plum fruit and soft tannins make it ideal for that transition into chillier months, when you begin to crave more complexity in the glass. Its wide breadth makes it an excellent choice no matter the time of year. Beaujolais is comprised of 12 AOCs, which includes two regional appellations (Beaujolais AOC and Beaujolais Villages AOC) and ten Crus. Beaujolais AOC is the regional appellation and the largest of the Beaujolais AOCs. It predominately encompasses wines from the southern part of the appellation. Soils are varied with many vineyards planted on a mix of marl, sandstone, and limestone.
Château des Jacques 2023 Beaujolais Blanc has energetic aromas of ripe golden apple, white peach and Asian pear unfurl in your glass complemented by orange blossom. The rich and substantial palate is supported by a sympathetic streak of acidity that still allows the wine to remain predominately round in texture. You can drink now, but this wine will continue to improve in bottle through 2030.
Excerpt Taken From: Wine Enthusiast
Author: Reggie Solomon
