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    Hospices de Beaujeu Bourgogne Gamay

    2019
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    History

    Now owned by Beaujeu Hospital, the Hospices wine estate evolved slowly over the centuries, thanks to legacies from more than 250 benefactors from 1240 to the present day. The Maison François Martenot intends to return this historic estate to its former glory and promote the four reserves bearing the names of major donors.

    Bourgogne Gamay

    Grape variety

    Gamay

    Origin

    The grapes come from the Beaujolais region.

    Soil

    The soil is granitic with shale and clay veins.

    Vinification

    Traditional vinification in thermoregulated stainless steel vats, during 3 weeks: Cold-maceration approximately 8°C. Cap-punching and pumping over for the extraction of colour and structure. Fermentation with temperature peak at 30°C. Post-fermented maceration at 25°C. Maturation in barrels (30%) and vats (70%) for 8 to 16 months with malolactic fermentation. 25% of new oak.

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    Bourgogne Gamay

    sensory characteristic

    Colour

    Bright red colour, with purple reflections.

    Nose

    Beautiful expression of Gamay, with fruity notes of gooseberries, exotic fruits, peony and black pepper.

    Palate

    We find this delicacy in the mouth, with soft tannins, ripe fruit aromas and a lot of generosity in the finish.

    Recommendations

    Excellent on grilled meats or in sauce such as coq au vin, lamb blanquette or beef stroganoff.

    Serving

    14-15°C

    Cellar potential

    Drink within 2 years.

    2019

    Atypical Climatic Conditions and Gourmand Wines

    The 2019 vintage in Beaujolais was marked by atypical climatic conditions, with a mild winter followed by a cool and wet spring, then a hot and dry summer. After early budbreak in late March thanks to mild temperatures, a cold snap and abundant rains in April and May slowed the vegetative cycle, delaying flowering by about two weeks compared to 2018.

    The summer was then hot and dry, with several heatwaves exceeding 35°C in July and August. This summer drought caused slight water stress, concentrating the grapes but limiting yields. The harvest began around September 10 in early sectors, one week later than the previous year, and ended around September 23-24 with quantities generally in the average, even slightly exceeding forecasts for some winemakers.

    Red Wines

    The 2019 Beaujolais red wines show beautiful concentration, silky tannins, and good acidity bringing freshness and tension. The Beaujolais Nouveaux 2019 delighted with their gourmand fruitiness and drinkability, helping to clear the remaining stocks from the small 2018 harvest. This vintage should contribute to continuing the positive dynamic of Beaujolais among consumers.


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