Beaujolais
Beaujolais, located in eastern France just south of Burgundy, is renowned for its light-bodied red wines made from the Gamay grape. These wines are known for their bright fruit flavors, low tannins, and high acidity. The region boasts ten designated vineyard areas, known as crus, that produce complex and age-worthy wines, including Saint-Amour, Juliénas, Chénas, Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie, Chiroubles, Morgon, Régnié, Brouilly, and Côte de Brouilly.
Beaujolais has a rich history dating back to the Roman era, but it wasn't until the 14th century that wine production became a focus. In the mid-20th century, the region became famous for its Beaujolais Nouveau, a wine made using the carbonic maceration method that is released just weeks after harvest. However, the commercialization and declining quality of this wine led to its reputation suffering in the 1990s.
In recent years, Beaujolais has experienced a resurgence in quality-focused winemaking, led by a group of producers known as the ""Gang of Four"": Jean Foillard, Marcel Lapierre, Guy Breton, and Jean-Paul Thévenet. These producers champion natural winemaking practices, avoiding the use of chemicals and focusing on expressing the terroir of their vineyards. Today, Beaujolais is recognized for both its traditional and modern styles of winemaking, with a renewed focus on quality and terroir-driven wines that pair perfectly with a variety of foods, including charcuterie and grilled meats.
Beaujolais
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Beaujolais | 5 | 94+ (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$347.06 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)The 2020 Morgon Côte du Py Javernières is brilliant, unwinding in the glass with aromas of wild berries, spices, rose petals, loamy soil and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with impressive reserves of ripe tannin and sapid fruit, it's seamless and lively, concluding with a long, resonant finish. As ever, this is built to age, and it will reward patience, even if its youthful charms are considerable. |
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Beaujolais | 2 | 18 (JR) |
Inc. GST
SG$402.71 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Pale smudgy garnet colour (and beautifully simple label). This wine is so pure and gorgeous! But gosh how the price has risen since I bought a case only a few vintages ago. It's a great advertisement for minimal intervention and purity. Direct fruit and not a trace of oak. Long and reverberant. Already drinkable but there is no hurry whatsoever. |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$439.77 |
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Beaujolais | 6 | - |
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SG$460.53 |
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Beaujolais | 4 | - |
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SG$936.09 |
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Beaujolais | 10 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$453.88 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,119.34 |
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Beaujolais | 2 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$718.81 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,127.98 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$615.22 |
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Beaujolais | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$502.93 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$706.23 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Aromas of cherries and berries mingle with notions of licorice, spices and sweet soil tones to introduce the 2019 Morgon Côte du Py, a medium to full-bodied, velvety and concentrated wine that's seamless and complete, with lively acids, ripe tannins and a long, sapid finish. Serious and compelling, it's a terrific effort from Mee Godard. |
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Beaujolais | 1 | 92 (WA) |
Inc. GST
SG$439.23 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The 2018 Morgon Canon was showing very well on this visit, delivering an inviting bouquet that mingles cherries and raspberries with nuances of smoked meats and potpourri. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, fleshy and textural, with succulent acids, powdery tannins and a sapid finish. This is already hard to resist. |
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Beaujolais | 4 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$126.33 |
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Olivier Depardon Beaujolais Les Charmes 2005 is a captivating embodiment of Beaujolais masterfully crafted by esteemed vintner, Olivier Depardon. This exemplary harvest hails from the esteemed Les Charmes vineyard, located in the picturesque soils of the renowned Beaujolais region in France. The highly-acclaimed producer deploys traditional winemaking techniques, ensuring the purity of the French Gamay grape is adroitly captured. The result is a stunning crimson-hued wine boasting a remarkable bouquet of red fruits and tiers of underlying complexity. The Olivier Depardon Beaujolais Les Charmes 2005 presents an intriguing palate defined by its ripe, juicy, and elegant character with well-integrated tannins disclosing a sophisticated, velvety finish. This exceptional vintage is reflective of Depardon's sheer dedication and meticulous attention to detail. Acquire a bottle and savour this fine, well-aged gem – an exquisite testament to the grandeur of Beaujolais winemaking tradition. |
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Beaujolais | 5 | 94+ (WA) |
In Bond
SG$259.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94+)The 2020 Morgon Côte du Py Javernières is brilliant, unwinding in the glass with aromas of wild berries, spices, rose petals, loamy soil and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, with impressive reserves of ripe tannin and sapid fruit, it's seamless and lively, concluding with a long, resonant finish. As ever, this is built to age, and it will reward patience, even if its youthful charms are considerable. |
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Beaujolais | 2 | 18 (JR) |
In Bond
SG$316.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (18)Pale smudgy garnet colour (and beautifully simple label). This wine is so pure and gorgeous! But gosh how the price has risen since I bought a case only a few vintages ago. It's a great advertisement for minimal intervention and purity. Direct fruit and not a trace of oak. Long and reverberant. Already drinkable but there is no hurry whatsoever. |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$350.00 |
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Beaujolais | 6 | - |
In Bond
SG$373.00 |
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Beaujolais | 4 | - |
In Bond
SG$740.00 |
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Beaujolais | 10 | - |
In Bond
SG$357.00 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$920.00 |
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Beaujolais | 2 | - |
In Bond
SG$606.00 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$920.00 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | - |
In Bond
SG$507.00 |
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Beaujolais | 3 | - |
In Bond
SG$402.00 |
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Beaujolais | 1 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$541.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Aromas of cherries and berries mingle with notions of licorice, spices and sweet soil tones to introduce the 2019 Morgon Côte du Py, a medium to full-bodied, velvety and concentrated wine that's seamless and complete, with lively acids, ripe tannins and a long, sapid finish. Serious and compelling, it's a terrific effort from Mee Godard. |
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Beaujolais | 1 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
SG$300.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The 2018 Morgon Canon was showing very well on this visit, delivering an inviting bouquet that mingles cherries and raspberries with nuances of smoked meats and potpourri. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, fleshy and textural, with succulent acids, powdery tannins and a sapid finish. This is already hard to resist. |
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Beaujolais | 4 | - |
In Bond
SG$106.00 |
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Olivier Depardon Beaujolais Les Charmes 2005 is a captivating embodiment of Beaujolais masterfully crafted by esteemed vintner, Olivier Depardon. This exemplary harvest hails from the esteemed Les Charmes vineyard, located in the picturesque soils of the renowned Beaujolais region in France. The highly-acclaimed producer deploys traditional winemaking techniques, ensuring the purity of the French Gamay grape is adroitly captured. The result is a stunning crimson-hued wine boasting a remarkable bouquet of red fruits and tiers of underlying complexity. The Olivier Depardon Beaujolais Les Charmes 2005 presents an intriguing palate defined by its ripe, juicy, and elegant character with well-integrated tannins disclosing a sophisticated, velvety finish. This exceptional vintage is reflective of Depardon's sheer dedication and meticulous attention to detail. Acquire a bottle and savour this fine, well-aged gem – an exquisite testament to the grandeur of Beaujolais winemaking tradition. |
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