| Rating | 88 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Gamay |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Appellation |
Beaujolais France |
| ABV | 14% |
| Price | $13.00 Value Pick |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2018-07-23 |
Perfect For
Chilled Red Cravings, Picnics In The Park, Red Wine Lovers Craving White
Drink If You Like
Gamay, Pinot Noir
Château du Châtelard Cuvée les Vieilles Vignes 2015 2015 Review
This is a very lush and vibrant Beaujolais-Village. The color is garnet, and aromas include ripe raspberries and cherries, with hints of violets and white pepper. When you take a sip, you’ll notice flavors of peaches and apricots. The texture is full but lively and energetic. It’s very pleasant and deceptively simple at first sip but more sips reveal a lot of complexity. This is an outstanding value for a Beaujolais-Village, and an excellent choice for anyone looking for a lighter red under $15.
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