Domaines & Châteaux
Domaines & Châteaux
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Domaines & Châteaux Collection
The Domaines & Châteaux collection features single-estate and single-vineyard wines crafted by independent vignerons in Beaujolais. Sourced from top family-owned estates, these wines showcase the region’s rich terroir and winemaking heritage. Available exclusively in the U.S. through Georges Duboeuf, each bottle reflects generations of expertise and a deep connection to the land.
Featured Vignerons
Domaine Jean-Ernest Descombes
Nicole Descombes Savoye, known as the “Queen of Beaujolais,” took over her family’s winery and vineyards in 1993, continuing the legacy of her father, Jean Ernst, a renowned regional winemaker. She was the first grower Georges Duboeuf partnered with when he founded Les Vins Georges Duboeuf in 1968, marking the start of a historic collaboration.
The estate’s exceptional vineyards include top terroirs like Le Py, La Roche Pillée, Les Pillets, and Bellevue, with three-quarters of the vines over 50 years old. These prized old vines produce outstanding wines that have earned Descombes numerous awards.
Château de Saint Amour
Owned by the Siraudin family since the French Revolution, Pierre Siraudin has managed Château de Saint-Amour since 1951. For over 40 years, the estate has partnered with Georges Duboeuf, sharing its exceptional Saint-Amour terroir with the world.
Sourced from select vineyards, the estate’s Gamay wines thrive in unique soil and climate conditions, delivering remarkable complexity and depth—a true expression of
Saint-Amour’s rich winemaking heritage.
Domaine Les Chenevières
The Lenoir family has been making wine, father and son, for more than five generations. The domaine is located in Saint Maurice de Satonnay and is well-known for the highest quality of its Macon-villages expression.
Château de Nervers
The Chateau, owned by the de Chabanne family, was the hunting lodge for the nearby Chateau de la Chaize, whose estates in the 17th Century extended to the Saone River
(approximately 6.2 miles). The estate spans 55 hectares and is located at the foot of Mount Brouilly. The vineyards are farmed sustainably with Terra Vitis certification and organic practices.
Château des Capitans
Nestled in the heart of the Juliénas Appellation, Château des Capitans is a 19th-century estate steeped in history, with ancient cedars standing as timeless witnesses to its legacy.
The estate’s vineyards, planted in a single block, thrive on exceptional terroir. With a south-southeast exposure, the vines receive optimal sunlight, ensuring perfect grape maturity and the production of outstanding Juliénas wines.
Domaine de la Vigne Romaine
Located in Romanèche-Thorins, once home to one of the region’s first Roman farms, Domaine Gimaray carries a rich heritage. The vineyards, among the oldest in the region, thrive on premier terroirs like Les Brenays, En Reclaine, Les Petits Bois, La Delatte, and Les Petits Morier. Family-run for generations, the estate’s 40-year-old vines, facing south-southeast, are hand-harvested, ensuring the highest quality wines.
Domaine de Javernière
The 24.7-acre vineyard, owned by the Lacoque family, features south-facing vines over 50 years old. Located in the prestigious Morgon appellation, it includes top sub-appellations: Micouds, Charmes, Corcelette, and Côte du Py.
Domaine Béranger
For over 200 years, the Béranger family has cultivated vineyards in Pouilly, once known as the Béranger District. Today, Emile Béranger and his son Robert, along with their spouses, meticulously tend the 12.35-acre estate. Emile, born on the property, has cared for the vines for over 50 years, continuing a deep-rooted family legacy.
The 10 Crus of Beaujolais
Part of what makes Georges Duboeuf’s Domaines & Châteaux collection so special is that many of these wines bear the prestigious names of the Crus of Beaujolais.
These 10 distinct appellations represent the region’s top-tier terroirs, each with unique characteristics that reflect centuries of winemaking tradition. Wines from these Crus are known for their exceptional quality and depth, showcasing the very best of Beaujolais craftsmanship and flavor.
Morgon
Known for its robust and powerful wines, Morgon is one of Beaujolais' most esteemed crus. It produces deeply structured wines with flavors of ripe cherry, plum, and earthy spice, often with a touch of floral and mineral complexity. The wines of Morgon have great aging potential, softening over time to reveal layers of richness and depth. Morgon is often described as having a ‘Gamay on steroids’ quality, offering intensity without sacrificing elegance.
Fleurie
Often referred to as the 'Queen' of Beaujolais, Fleurie produces wines with delicate and elegant profiles. Characterized by floral notes, particularly violets, along with red fruit flavors like raspberry and strawberry, Fleurie wines are fragrant and vibrant. The silky tannins and fresh acidity make them approachable, yet they also have the depth to age gracefully. Fleurie is a perfect example of Beaujolais' ability to combine beauty with complexity.
Chiroubles
The highest vineyard elevations in Beaujolais define Chiroubles, which produces wines with striking freshness and bright acidity. Known for its delicate character, Chiroubles showcases aromatic notes of raspberry, strawberry, and cherry, often accompanied by floral undertones like peony. The wines are light-bodied, yet have an appealing minerality and a youthful exuberance that make them a favorite for early drinking. Their refreshing nature pairs wonderfully with a variety of lighter dishes.
Moulin-à-Vent
One of the most serious and age-worthy crus, Moulin-à-Vent is known for producing structured, powerful wines. The flavors are often dark and intense, with rich notes of blackberries, cherries, and plum, alongside hints of spice, leather, and earth. The tannins are firm, giving the wines longevity, and they often develop complex, savory qualities with age. Moulin-à-Vent's depth and complexity make it a standout among the Beaujolais Crus.
Régnié
Régnié, the youngest of the Beaujolais Crus, produces wines with a lively and fresh character. The wines often display vibrant red fruit flavors like raspberry, strawberry, and cranberry, with a subtle earthiness and floral notes. The texture is light and refreshing, with a clean finish. While approachable and easy-drinking in its youth, Régnié also offers subtle complexity that can develop with a bit of bottle age. It’s an excellent wine for casual and elegant pairings alike.
Saint-Amour
Known for its romantic connection to Valentine's Day, Saint-Amour produces wines that are both fragrant and charming. Aromas of red fruits such as strawberries and raspberries are complemented by floral and herbal nuances. The wines are typically softer and lighter in body, offering an easy-drinking profile with smooth tannins. Saint-Amour can be enjoyed young but also has the potential to evolve with age, revealing deeper complexity and earthy notes.
Brouilly
As the largest Beaujolais Cru, Brouilly offers wines with a broad spectrum of styles. Typically, the wines are fresh and fruit-forward, with flavors of ripe red berries and cherries. There’s also a mineral streak running through Brouilly wines, lending them structure and complexity. Though approachable and smooth in youth, Brouilly also possesses the depth to develop more intricate flavors of spice and earth over time. Its versatile nature makes it ideal for a variety of food pairings.
Côte de Brouilly
The wines from Côte de Brouilly are recognized for their rich, full-bodied style, thanks to the steep, volcanic soils from which the grapes are grown. Expect deep, dark fruit flavors of black currant, blackberry, and plum, often layered with subtle spice, herbs, and a touch of earthiness. The wines are powerful yet balanced, with firm tannins and a long finish. Côte de Brouilly’s intensity makes it one of the most distinctive and age-worthy crus.
Julienas
Julienas is one of the most aromatic crus of Beaujolais, producing wines with vibrant fruit flavors of raspberry, cherry, and blackberry, often accompanied by hints of rose and violet. The wines are well-structured, with firm tannins and a balanced acidity that make them approachable yet capable of aging. Julienas offers a blend of youthful freshness and a touch of earthy complexity, making it a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of foods.
Chénas
One of the smaller and more elusive Beaujolais crus, Chénas produces wines with a unique combination of fruit and structure. The wines often showcase flavors of red berries, particularly cherry and raspberry, with subtle floral notes like rose petal and violet. What sets Chénas apart is its deeper, more tannic structure compared to other Beaujolais wines, giving it a more serious character. With aging, Chénas develops earthy and spicy complexity, making it a favorite among collectors who appreciate its refined balance and potential for development.
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