Domaine de Boischampt Juliénas Vayolette 2023 Country_South Africa it ages on its lees

it ages on its lees for 30 months (most producers age for just 15 months)

almost mud-like at this stage

and a smooth

and sells them on to him

and bottled after six months

Domaine de Boischampt Juliénas Vayolette 2023 Country_South Africa it ages on its leesThis is Thibauds top wine, and shows you the amazing potential of the Julinas sub region of Beaujolais. The vines are on north facing slopes, so its more about freshness and florals here, rather than power. Just like a good Pinot Noir from up the road in Burgundy. Thibauds not sure how old the vines are, but he recently bumped into the guy who planted the vineyard, whos 89 now and planted them when he was around 15. This wine confirmed for Thibaud