The northern part of Beaujolais is made up of rolling granite hills with patches of clay and limestone, while the south is dominated by richer clay- and sandstone-based soils, and much flatter topography. This differing terroir is a dominant factor in the north, producing typically aromatic, structured and complex wines in contrast to the lighter, younger-drinking and fruitier style of the south. The Gamay grape used to produce these distinctive wines is an early ripening, acidic variety.
For this reason, carbonic maceration has become the accepted method for making most red Beaujolais wines.
Whole-bunch grapes are left in fermentation vessels, where the bottom layers are crushed under the weight of those on top. The resultant juice starts to ferment and saturates the upper grapes in carbon dioxide a by-product of the fermentation process.
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Home » Beaujolais » Fast Facts: Beaujolais. France Infographic. Where is it? Beaujolais Rouge: 5, hectares producing , hl. Beaujolais Blanc: hectares of vineyards, with annual production of 5, hl. Beaujolais Villages Blanc: 48 hectares of vineyards, producing 1, hl.
The Crus There are ten crus, the top red wine regions of Beaujolais, all of them located in the hillier areas to the north, which offer freer-draining soils and better exposure, thereby helping the grapes to mature more fully. Local villages are decked out in banners and pennants, and there are barrels and stands where everyone can share a glass of wine with their neighbors and winemakers. From vine growing to the harvest and winemaking process, everything is done in a particular way in the Beaujolais.
Beaujolais winegrowers are delighted to welcome visitors to their cellars and tell you more about how these wines, each the product of very different terroirs, are made. The Beaujolais region has a very diverse and varied history and there are plenty of monuments and castles to visit.
History enthusiasts will love strolling around the medieval towns and visiting ramparts, chapels, historic gates and statues from another age. It offers a unique view of the entire region…A magical, romantic moment where you can linger with a picnic on one of the picnic tables provided! Couples can enjoy a romantic break in and around Saint-Amour-Bellevue. If you want to escape from city life, the Beaujolais region is just the place for you!
Imagine a break far from the hubbub of the city, far from your day-to-day worries…. Keen walkers will love the rolling hills of the Beaujolais region that are excellent for themed, wine-related walks. Why subscribe?
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