Moulin-à-Vent Château de la Terrière
A true emblematic wine of Beaujolais, Moulin-à-Vent stands out as one of the region’s most structured and prestigious crus. Château de la Terrière presents a characterful cuvée, born of manganese-rich granite soils and renowned family expertise.
Today, the estate expresses all the depth and nobility of Gamay in an intense, elegant wine built to age.
📍Region: Beaujolais
🍇Grape variety: Gamay
📆Vintage: 2020
Alcohol content: 13.5%
Serving temperature: 14-16°C
Wine Profile
Aroma intensity: 3.5/5
Body: 2/5
Acidity: 3/5
Aging potential: 2 to 6 years
Tasting
Appearance: deep ruby with violet highlights.
Nose: ripe dark fruit (black cherry, blackberry), floral violet notes and subtle hints of spice.
Palate: full-bodied and well-structured, with a fine concentration of dark fruit. The tannins are slightly noticeable yet fine, adding depth. An elegant, subtle finish.
A powerful, refined Moulin-à-Vent, often nicknamed the “Lord of Beaujolais,” combining fruity charm with Burgundian structure.
Food & Wine Pairings
Roast poultry
Veal
Slow-cooked dishes
Aged cheeses
Why We Love It
A prestigious Beaujolais cru
Great depth and aging potential
A noble, structured expression of Gamay
Remarkable balance between fruit and structure
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