The 2021 Domaine de la Grosse Pierre Chiroubles Grille-Midi is a beautifully lifted and finely detailed Gamay from one of Beaujolais’ most exciting organic producers. Produced from organically farmed vineyards in the Grille-Midi parcel of Chiroubles, planted on steep granite slopes at high elevation, the wine reflects the domaine’s low-intervention philosophy and the naturally elegant, floral character of the appellation. The cooler and more classical 2021 vintage enhances the wine’s precision, freshness and mineral tension, giving a particularly transparent expression of terroir. The nose reveals wild strawberry, red cherry and raspberry layered alongside violet, rose petal and subtle crushed stone notes, giving the wine exceptional perfume and aromatic lift.
On the palate, it is light-bodied with silky tannins, vibrant natural acidity and a finely etched mineral core. Layers of bright red berry fruit, delicate floral complexity and gentle spice are balanced by saline freshness and granite-driven tension, finishing energetic, poised and beautifully persistent with outstanding finesse and drinkability. Semi-carbonic fermentation and restrained élevage preserve the wine’s purity and youthful vibrancy while allowing the cool-climate elegance and terroir transparency of Chiroubles to shine clearly through the wine.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2021 Domaine de la Grosse Pierre Chiroubles Grille-Midi is a superb cru Beaujolais — floral, mineral and beautifully refined with exceptional freshness and energy. Perfect lightly chilled with charcuterie, roast chicken, pork dishes, mushroom cuisine or casual French bistro fare. Enjoy now or cellar comfortably through 2033+.
