{"product_id":"albert-bichot-chateau-de-varennes-beaujolais-villages-2024","title":"Albert Bichot Château De Varennes Beaujolais Villages 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlbert Bichot Château de Varennes Beaujolais Villages 2024 is a fresh, fruit-driven Gamay from the historic Château de Varennes estate in Quincié-en-Beaujolais — an 11th-century property owned by the Charveriat family since 1809. Planted on granitic south-facing slopes and aged in stainless steel without oak, the wine expresses the natural freshness and red fruit character that define quality Beaujolais Villages Gamay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVivid ruby with a violet-tinged rim and the bright, translucent clarity typical of unoaked Gamay from granitic terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLifted and immediately inviting — violet and peony lead with ripe raspberry and blackcurrant following closely. A subtle mineral undercurrent from the granitic soils adds definition to the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePalate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight to medium-bodied with a juicy, fleshy entry and excellent freshness. Raspberry and red cherry dominate the mid-palate, supported by fine, silky tannins and a clean line of acidity. The finish is refreshing and fruit-forward, with no oak weight to interrupt the wine's natural energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFermenting maceration in thermoregulated open vats for approximately 10 days. Aged in stainless steel vats for 6–7 months. No oak — preserving the wine's natural floral aromatics and fresh fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChâteau de Varennes is located in Quincié-en-Beaujolais in the southern part of winegrowing Burgundy. The estate's vines are planted in granitic soil on south-facing slopes — siliceous and granitic terroir that is optimal for Gamay ripening and its characteristic expression of red fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage in Beaujolais delivered consistent ripening conditions for Gamay. South-facing granitic slopes at Château de Varennes benefited from good sun exposure through the growing season, producing wines with characteristic freshness, floral lift and red fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy young or within 3 years of vintage. Serve at 12–13°C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Albert Bichot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48839652770041,"sku":"3296311105030-2024","price":27.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/albert-bichot-chateau-de-varennes-beaujolais-villages-2024.webp?v=1787094318","url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/products\/albert-bichot-chateau-de-varennes-beaujolais-villages-2024","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}