Winery Baptiste AufrancRouge de Granite Fleurie
Red wine
In the mouth this red wine is a with a nice freshness.
This wine generally goes well with pork, poultry or veal.
Taste structure of the Rouge de Granite Fleurie from the Winery Baptiste Aufranc
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Rouge de Granite Fleurie of Winery Baptiste Aufranc in the region of Beaujolais is a with a nice freshness.
Food and wine pairings with Rouge de Granite Fleurie
Pairings that work perfectly with Rouge de Granite Fleurie
Original food and wine pairings with Rouge de Granite Fleurie
The Rouge de Granite Fleurie of Winery Baptiste Aufranc matches generally quite well with dishes of pasta, veal or pork such as recipes of pasta with peas and bacon, lamb confit with new potatoes or stuffed tomatoes.
Details and technical informations about Winery Baptiste Aufranc's Rouge de Granite Fleurie.
Discover the grape variety: Gamay noir
Light, juicy reds, low in tannins with crunchy freshness, showing aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, banana (from carbonic maceration) and peony. Easy-drinking style of Beaujolais Nouveau, more structured and mineral on the granites of the ten crus (Morgon, Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie, Brouilly). Also in Touraine, Auvergne and Swiss Romande. A Burgundian variety, a cross of Pinot Noir × Gouais Blanc.
Informations about the Winery Baptiste Aufranc
The Winery Baptiste Aufranc is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 5 wines for sale in the of Fleurie to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Fleurie
Beaujolais cru nicknamed the Queen, on the single commune of Fleurie. Signature Gamay noir: floral, perfumed reds with signature notes of violet, iris, strawberry, raspberry, peony and a peppery touch, silky tannins and an airy palate - the most delicate elegance of the crus. 13 recognised climats including Poncié, La Roilette, La Chapelle des Bois. Granitic soils with sandy gruss and manganese signing the finesse.
The wine region of Beaujolais
Kingdom of Gamay (98% of the vineyard): fruity, accessible reds with signature notes of cherry, raspberry, banana (carbonic maceration), violet and sweet spices, supple tannins and juicy acidity. From festive Beaujolais Nouveau (3rd Thursday of November) to the 10 more structured, age-worthy Crus: deep earthy Morgon, sturdy Moulin-à-Vent, floral Fleurie, crunchy Brouilly. Some lively Chardonnay. 12,000 ha south of Burgundy, granitic soils.
The word of the wine: Great wine
In the Bordeaux vineyards, the grand vin is the main wine of the château, although a "second wine" is usually produced. It is a wine of lesser ageing made from the youngest vines.
