The Cave du Château de Chenas of Beaujolais
The Cave du Château de Chenas is one of the best wineries to follow in Beaujolais.. It offers 38 wines for sale in of Beaujolais to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The Cellar of Château de Chenas is an exceptional wine estate located in the pure heart of Beaujolais, in France. Nestled in an idyllic setting, the estate perfectly combines tradition, modernity, and respect for the environment in its winemaking approach, and is particularly renowned for its production of high-quality wines, such as the Moulin à Vent and the Chenas. Château de Chenas, which houses the cellar, is a real historical gem. Imposing and majestic, this 16th-century building bears witness to a rich past and provides total immersion in the cultural heritage of the Beaujolais region. The estate spreads out over about 30 hectares of vineyards, allowing it to produce approximately 150,000 bottles of wine per year. Verdant and well-maintained, these vineyards offer a breathtaking panoramic view, where rows of vines stretch as far as the eye can see. The quality of the wines from the Cellar of Château de Chenas is indisputable and is the result of meticulous work. The vines, mainly of the gamay species, are grown on granitic soils that give the wines a solid and complex structure. The winemaking techniques used are traditional, favoring natural fermentation and aging in oak barrels when necessary. This respect for traditions and rigor in elaboration is likely what makes their Beaujolais world-famous. The estate also offers visitors the opportunity to discover its activity and products through guided tours of the cellar and wine tastings. This is an opportunity to stroll through the vineyards, visit the impressive château, explore the vaulted cellar, and taste a range of iconic wines.
