Chateau Thivin
Cote de Brouilly Les Sept Vignes 2023
| Denomination | AOC Cote de Brouilly |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Beaujolais (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Gamay |
| Aging | Aged in oak vats for 7 months |
- Name and vintage: Côte de Brouilly DOC 2023, still red wine from Château Thivin
- Grape variety: Predominantly Gamay with the presence of Chardonnay for greater structural finesse
- Volcanic terroir: seven plots on blue stone of Mount Brouilly, Odenas
- Vinification and ageing: partial use of whole bunches; 7 months in oak vats
- Aromas and pairings: notes of cherry and peony, spicy finish; ideal with red meats
Description
What kind of wine it is
Château Thivin Côte de Brouilly Les Sept Vignes is a still red wine that faithfully represents the Beaujolais region. The blend combines Gamay and Chardonnay, the latter grape lending a particular structural finesse. The aromatic bouquet opens with clear scents of hawthorn, peony and cherry. On the palate, it displays a medium body, enhanced by velvety tannins and an elegant acidity that gives a juicy character. The tasting concludes with a distinct spicy note, supported by a vibrant stony minerality.
Where it comes from
It originates on the slopes of Mont Brouilly, in the commune of Odenas, bringing together grapes from seven different plots: Clos Bertrand, La Chapelle, Les Griottes, Godefroy, L’Heronde, Henri and Les Fournelles. The vineyards, spread across various sides of the hill, benefit from different exposures that define their aromatic complexity. The roots penetrate blue stone soils, a volcanic metadiorite that is stony at higher altitudes and more clayey at the base of the slope, imparting the authenticity of the volcanic terroir to the glass.
How it is produced
After manual harvesting, vinification takes place in hillside cellars through partial whole cluster fermentation, followed by pressing. In spring, the final blend is created by assembling the individual batches. Ageing continues for seven months in oak barrels, a choice that allows the tannic structure to be integrated while preserving the integrity of the red and black fruit aromas. The wine presents an intense garnet colour with bluish highlights, offering a harmonious tasting progression.
History and Curiosities
Since 1877, Château Thivin has crafted this elegant wine by blending grapes from seven different volcanic plots. The vine roots delve deep into the renowned blue stone of Mont Brouilly, imparting exquisite minerality to the glass. Thanks to manual harvesting and Terra Vitis certification, the wine matures for seven months in fine oak vats. The result is a red wine that releases delicate peony aromas and enveloping velvety tannins, offering a long and delightfully spicy sip.
Awards
-
2023
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
-
2023
90/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
-
2023
91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1877
On 8th June 1877, Zaccharie and Marguerite Geoffray acquired Château Thivin and the two hectares of vineyards surrounding the estate (Le Clos).
Each subsequent generation would contribute new plots of land to the estate and develop the cultivation and winemaking methods. Today, the fifth and sixth generations of the Geoffray family run this small family business, work the estate's vineyards and vinify each wine, respecting the terroir of origin as the seasons change.
Today, Claude Vincent is happy and proud to take his three grandchildren, Tobias, Nicolas and Florina, into the vineyards and cellar to initiate them into the secrets of the trade and give them a taste of working the land. Read more
| Name | Chateau Thivin Cote de Brouilly Les Sept Vignes 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Cote de Brouilly AOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Gamay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Beaujolais |
| Vendor | Chateau Thivin |
| Story | History and Curiosities Since 1877, Château Thivin has crafted this elegant wine by blending grapes from seven different volcanic plots. The vine roots delve deep into the renowned blue stone of Mont Brouilly, imparting exquisite minerality to the glass. Thanks to manual harvesting and Terra Vitis certification, the wine matures for seven months in fine oak vats. The result is a red wine that releases delicate peony aromas and enveloping velvety tannins, offering a long and delightfully spicy sip. |
| Origin | Mont Brouilly, Odenas (Beaujolais, France) |
| Soil composition | Soils dominated by blue stone (metadiorite), stonier in the higher plots and more clayey near the foot of the hill. |
| Plants per hectare | 7000-9000 |
| Production technique | Partially whole-bunch fermentation; whole-bunch pressing; blending in spring on finished wines; maturation in oak vats for 7 months |
| Wine making | Partial whole cluster fermentation in hillside cellars; pressing of whole bunches; maturation in oak vats for 7 months. |
| Aging | Aged in oak vats for 7 months |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |