South Side
THE DOMAIN
On the southern slopes of Mont Brouilly, emblem of the territory,
and where Brulius, a Roman centurion, planted the first vines in Roman times.
At its summit, under the blessing of Notre Dame aux Raisins, the chapel overlooks us with benevolence.
Built in the 19th century to protect the vineyard from bad weather and disease,
for 8 harvests now, it has been our lucky star.
These prestigious terroirs covering the slopes with Gamay, see two vintages grow year after year :
Brouilly & Côte de Brouilly.
We ensure that they are the faithful expression of their lands, their climate, our work,
and a loyal reflection of their own identity.
OUR WINES
Created in the 1960s by a Beaujolais family, this estate is today our family's dream come true.
It is also mine, “back to the land”, to sublimate it, by combining know-how.
Like generations before us, our plots are cherished. Committed to a responsible and demanding approach, the quality and diversity of the terroirs give our wines this unique character.
Upon arrival at the vat room, the whole grapes are the subject of our full attention. Thanks to gravity work and minimal handling,
Gamay is fully expressed in our wines.
Since everything that is shared is better,
let's go on a journey among the best terroirs of Beaujolais,
and always accompanied by my lucky star.
Cuvée les Pierreux
Brouilly
Single-plot cuvée from one of the best terroirs in Brouilly.
1.5 hectare plot, flat, with Mont Brouilly in the background. Fifty-year-old vines, pruned exclusively in goblet form. Characterized by deep granite soils and sedimentary rocks.
HVE3 certified sustainable phytosanitary protection. Manual harvest at optimum maturity. Vinification in whole bunches over 12 days. Gentle pneumatic pressing. Aging in vats before bottling.
To the eye: deep ruby color.
On the nose: aromas of black fruits and sweet spices.
On the palate: supple attack, melted tannins, long and silky mouth; candied plums on the finish.
Cuvée La Cadole
Brouilly
Cuvée from our plots in the middle of which stands a cadole: an old winegrower's hut, made of dry stone, serving as shelter for our elders.
3.3 hectare plots located west of the Mont. Mix of old and young vines, fully trellised. Granite soils. HVE3 certified sustainable phytosanitary protection. Harvested at optimum maturity. Vinification in whole bunches over 12 days. Gentle pneumatic pressing. Aging in vats before bottling.
To the eye: brilliant ruby color.
On the nose: aromas of red fruits, raspberries, sweet spices.
On the palate: fresh attack, discreet and elegant tannins.
Cuvée Brulhié
Côte de Brouilly
Cuvée Pater
Côte de Brouilly
Cuvée from our plots located “around my father’s house”. Pater, a Latin nod to the centurion Brulius, is also a tribute to our elders.
5-hectare plots, with a steep slope, climbing towards the Mont. Old vines, sometimes centuries old, pruned only in goblet form. Granite and volcanic blue stone soils. Sustainable phytosanitary protection certified HVE3. Manual harvest at optimum maturity. Vinification in whole bunches over 14 days. Gentle pneumatic pressing. Aging in vats before bottling.
To the eye: garnet color, with purplish reflections.
On the nose: Aromas of black fruits, pepper and floral (violet).
On the palate: Fresh, tonic and classy attack, cherry on the palate; sustained finish with a beautiful tannic structure.
Single-plot cuvée from our historic plot. Its name comes from the Roman lieutenant Brulius, who received this hill as a reward for his victories.
Plot of 2.2 hectares located between 290 and 347 m above sea level, facing due south, in the immediate vicinity of the vat room. ¾ of old vines planted in 1950, pruned in goblet form, the others are trellised. Soils characterized by the presence of blue stones of eruptive origin. Manual harvest. Sustainable phytosanitary protection certified HVE3. Manual harvest at optimum maturity. Vinification in whole bunches over 14 days. Gentle pneumatic pressing. Aging in vats before bottling.
To the eye: garnet color.
On the nose: bouquet of red and black fruits, with a hint of vanilla.
On the palate: Very fine and smooth attack; good length in the mouth.
AWARDS
INTERNATIONAL WINE CHALLENGE – 2024
GOLD - 95 POINTS
THE STARRY COAST - CÔTE de BROUILLY Cuvée BRULHIE 2022
More masculine than Brouilly, with notes of leather and savory spices and a herbal touch. Perfect with a platter of charcuterie.
JAMES SUCKLING - 2023
91 POINTS
THE STARRY COAST - BROUILLY Cuvée LES PIERREUX 2022
Notes of wild berries, currants, herbs and undergrowth. Balanced with fine tannins and good acidity. Crisp and simple with a juicy core of forest berries on the finish.
JAMES SUCKLING - 2023
91 POINTS
THE STARRY COAST - BROUILLY Cuvée LA CADOLE 2022
A ripe nose of strawberries, crushed raspberries, flowers and sweet spices. Medium bodied with velvety tannins. A rich fruit start with lots of strawberries and herbs on the mid palate.
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