Château de la Chaize : Les Deux Amis 2023

Tasting Characteristics and Recommendations for the Les Deux Amis 2023 Cuvée from Château de la Chaize

Tasting

Color
Displays a pale ruby hue with bright highlights.

Nose
The bouquet reveals distinct aromas of red berries and small red fruits, with a hint of cherry. Overall, it expresses a fruity dimension accompanied by a delicate floral note.

Palate
On the palate, this wine seduces with its suppleness, without excess power. The delicate texture offers a refreshing sensation, while soft spices reveal themselves on the finish.

Food and Wine Pairings

This Brouilly pairs perfectly with charcuterie, cheeses, pasta, and white meats such as veal, poultry, and pork.

Service and Cellaring

Les Deux Amis 2023 is ideally enjoyed at 14°C. This wine can be appreciated until around 2029.

An Elegant Brouilly Wine with Beautiful Vivacity

The Estate

Founded in 1670 by Jean-François la Chaize d'Aix, brother of Louis XIV's confessor, Château de la Chaize spans 400 hectares, including 150 hectares of vineyards in the Beaujolais. Rebuilt by Jules Hardouin-Mansart and André Le Nôtre after a landslide, it was classified as a Historical Monument in 1972. Acquired by the Gry family in 2017, this historic estate combines royal architectural prestige with centuries-old viticultural excellence on granitic terroir.

The Vineyard

This cuvée "Les Deux Amis" originates from a selection of lieux-dits around the château, on deep granitic sandy soils. This Beaujolais vineyard is certified Organic Farming, reflecting the estate's environmental commitment in its viticultural practices.

Winemaking and Aging

The single-parcel vinification of Les Deux Amis 2023 begins with a complete de-stemming of the grapes, followed by a 13-day maceration in stainless steel tanks with pumping over and rack-and-return, without punching down. After malolactic fermentation, this Brouilly is aged for 9 months in oak foudres before bottling under protective atmosphere.

Grape Variety

100% Gamay.