Domaine Lafarge Vial Chiroubles 2022
Domaine Lafarge Vial Chiroubles is a premium, biodynamic French red wine from the Beaujolais region. Chiroubles is the highest of the ten Beaujolais Crus, with vineyards sitting up to four hundred metres above sea level. This elevation provides a cooler climate, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly and retain their natural freshness. The steep slopes are made up almost entirely of decomposed pink granite, giving the wines from this specific area an aromatic and elegant structure. The estate was founded by Frédéric and Chantal Lafarge, who brought their Burgundian winemaking experience to these southern vineyards. To protect the bright fruit of the Gamay grapes, the vineyard team harvests by hand. Back at the winery, the juice rests for up to fifteen months in used French oak barrels and large wooden vats. This quiet maturation smooths out the texture of the wine and adds structural depth. Pouring a bright ruby red, the glass opens with distinct aromas of red cherry, blueberry, and fresh violet. On the palate, it is elegant and medium-bodied, driven by fine tannins and a crisp, chalky finish. It is a great bottle for the dining table, pairing easily with roast chicken, grilled pork chops, or a classic charcuterie board.
