Château Thivin, Les Sept Vignes, Beaujolais, Côte de

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Tasted by: James Button
(at The Trampery, London, 13 Jun 2018)
Drinking Window: 2018 - 2020
As the name suggests, this is a blend from seven different parcels grown on volcanic soils. It's finely-textured, with a fresh rain-on-tarmac and wax jacket quality. Layered on top are subtle but fleshy red fruits, leading to a focussed, steely finish.
Château Thivin, Les Sept Vignes, Côte de Brouilly 2016
Producer
Château Thivin
Brand
Les Sept Vignes
Vintage
2016
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
France
Region
Appellation
Beaujolais
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
13.50%
Body
Light
Grapes
100% Gamay