2023 LES GALLONG BEAUJOLAIS BLANC

TRY ME IF YOU LOVE: Oaked Chardonnay

ABV: 13.5%

GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay

TASTING NOTES: Complex aromas of white and dried fruits, linden blossom, and subtle toasted brioche notes from autolyse. The palate is fleshy, long, and mineral with a fresh, saline finish.

PAIRS WITH: Roasted chicken with tarragon, fresh oysters, pan-seared scallops, or garlic butter prawns.

SERVE ME: Chilled, pop in the fridge for a couple of hours.

Raphael Saint-Cyr is the fourth generation vigneron at the Domaine Saint-Cyr, which was created by his great-grandfather, Pierre Saint-Cyr. The estate is located in Anse, found at the southern edge of the Beaujolais. When Raphael took over the winemaking in 2008, he let go of a large portion of Beaujolais vines around the winery and acquired vines further north in the crus of Morgon, Regnié, Chénas, and Moulin-à-Vent. Having seen his grandfather and uncle get sick from the chemicals used to treat their vines, Raphael was immediately convinced to convert the entire 23 hectare domaine to certified organic viticulture, making Domaine Saint Cyr one of the largest organic domaines in the Beaujolais.

It's possible to label Chardonnay from this region as Bourgogne Blanc, but Raphael is firmly committed to the Beaujolais Blanc appellation.