G.J. Andrews
2024 Louis Jadot Beaujolais Villages
Country: France
Price:
$29.99
A joyful, fresh, and expressive French red that captures the vibrant fruit and accessible elegance of classic Beaujolais.
Crafted by Maison Louis Jadot, one of Burgundy's most prestigious and historic négociants founded in 1859, the 2024 Beaujolais-Villages is a pure celebration of the Gamay grape. Sourced from the rolling, granite-rich hillsides of northern Beaujolais, this vintage benefits from the premium "replis" method, where grapes from higher-classified Cru villages are added to elevate the final blend. It highlights the region's traditional style by prioritizing bright fruit expression and effortless drinkability, making it a highly versatile, easy-drinking bottle that feels right at home during casual outdoor lunches or lively social gatherings.
Tasting Notes
- Aroma: An inviting, lifted bouquet of fresh red raspberries, wild strawberries, and ripe black cherries, accented by subtle hints of grey pepper, liquorice, and violet.
- Palate: Light-to-medium bodied, crisp, and exceptionally smooth, bursting with a fresh and crunchy texture of juicy red fruits and a touch of crushed stone minerality.
- Finish: Clean, refreshing, and well-balanced with a lively acidity and smooth, muted tannins that leave a crisp and pleasant fruit impression.
Perfect Food Pairings
With its light structure and high natural acidity, this versatile red pairs beautifully with a wide array of foods and is best enjoyed when served slightly chilled:
- Charcuterie: An ideal match for cured meats, terrines, rillettes, pâté, and classic French ham.
- Mains: Roasted chicken, grilled pork chops, veal, or turkey burgers with fresh herbs.
- Seafood: Surprising but delicious with grilled salmon, white fish, seared ahi tuna, or cedar-planked trout.
- Cheese: Soft, creamy cheeses such as young Brie, Camembert, or fresh goat cheese.
Product Specifications
- Vintage: 2024
- Region: Beaujolais, Burgundy, France
- Producer: Maison Louis Jadot
- Varietal: 100% Gamay
- Wine Type: Dry Red Wine
- Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12.5% - 13.0%
- Volume: 750ml
France
Gamay
750
13.0
SKU: 469924
ISBN: 3535923001003