What you expect from a Beaujolais Cru – crunchy fruits and deliciousness.

This is lovely.

This is a bit too young because of the crisp acidity (which isn’t common in Beaujolais), but it’s already quite enjoyable. Surprisingly dark fruit profile but with cool climate freshness, it nods to Northern Rhone syrah. Lean, compact on the palate, there is an appealing tightness to it, emphasised by firm, chewy tannins. Clean and pure, this is a nice bistro red. 87 points, 10€ on vinatis.com. Can be opened but perhaps better from the end of 2027.