The 2023 Domaine Chermette Moulin-à-Vent Les Trois Roches is a beautifully structured and deeply expressive Gamay from one of Beaujolais’ most age-worthy crus. Produced from old vines planted on granite and manganese-rich soils in Moulin-à-Vent, the wine reflects the Chermette family’s traditional and terroir-focused philosophy, combining concentration and depth with freshness and mineral precision. The nose reveals blackberry, black cherry and wild raspberry layered alongside violet, crushed stone and subtle peppery spice, giving the wine impressive complexity and lift.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins, vibrant natural acidity and a tightly focused mineral core. Layers of dark berry fruit, savoury spice and delicate earthy complexity are balanced by freshness and firm underlying structure, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with excellent ageing potential. Traditional semi-carbonic vinification preserves the perfume and energy of Gamay while allowing the appellation’s characteristic power and mineral depth to emerge with clarity.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Domaine Chermette Moulin-à-Vent Les Trois Roches is a superb Cru Beaujolais — structured, mineral and beautifully refined with impressive depth and regional character. Perfect with roast duck, grilled lamb, mushroom dishes, charcuterie or classic French bistro cuisine. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar gracefully through 2038+.
