Château des Jacques, one of the most esteemed estates in Beaujolais, has been a proud member of the Louis Jadot family for over two decades. It was originally established in the 18th century with only a couple of hectares of Moulin a Vent. Over the centuries and under different ownerships it has acquired more vineyards in Moulin a Vent, Fleurie and Morgon.
Unlike many of the winemakers in Beaujolais whose wines undergo carbonic maceration, the Chateau makes wine in a more Burgundian style through destemming, parcel vinification, long macerations, aging in barrels and bottling at the property. All of the red wines are made from100% Gamay grape variety.
Made from a blend of 8 different terroirs of Moulin-A-Vent: Rochegrès, Carquelin, Champ de Cour, Thorins les Vérillats, La Roche, la Rochelle and Les Caves, each with unique pink granite soils that vary in depth, alteration, and exposure. Grapes are meticulously handpicked and sorted before undergoing slow maceration for 3-4 weeks. The resulting wine is aged for 10 months in both concrete tanks and oak barrels.
This wine captures the essence of the appellation with elegant fruit, supple tannins, and refreshing acidity.
