Domaine Daniel Bouland Chiroubles Chatenay 2024 Size::1 Bottle 95 POINTS - Dave Brooks

95 POINTS - Dave Brooks

producing mostly fortified wines

and rich black fruit is held in place by an undertow of fine French oak and dark chocolate

It may be related to the minerals in the soil or to the effects that the calcareous deposits have on root penetration

raspberries and plum are followed by subtle spicy anise notes

Domaine Daniel Bouland Chiroubles Chatenay 2024 Size::1 Bottle 95 POINTS - Dave BrooksPerched between Morgon and Fleurie at around 400 metres above sea level, the vineyards of Chiroubles are the highest in Beaujolais. The vines sit on the upper slopes and, in general, produce a Beaujolais that is all lacy texture and sleek charm, to quote Gerald Asher. It comes from a 0. 65 hectare parcel of 35 to 45 year old vines on the steep, ridged incline of Chatenay, which has Crus typical granite and yellow sandstone soils. Protected by a nearby