Moulin à Vent Terre de Manganèse

Moulin à Vent - Terre de Manganèse - Vignoble Arnaud Aucoeur
Moulin à Vent - Terre de Manganèse - Vignoble Arnaud Aucoeur

Appellation

Delimited in 1924, the Moulin à Vent vineyard has become the premier cru of Beaujolais. It is recognizable by its windmill, listed as a historical monument and built at 278 meters surrounded by a setting of vines.
Wine for laying down, these are elegant, complex and powerful wines.
Recognized AOP in 1936
Cultivation area : 663 ha.

Origin

Grapes picked at full maturity
Harvested by hand exclusively
Granite arena terroir with hints of manganese
Manual pruning known as in a cup
Grape variety 100% black Gamay with white juice

Vintages & Tasting

Intense and deep purple red color.
Fine and delicate nose with aromas of black fruits such as cherry, blackberry. The fruit is expressed with intensity and length both on the nose and on the palate.
Concentrated, structured and dense palate with very good length in the mouth

Food & Wine Pairings

Roasted rack of lamb with garlic and thyme
Duck confit casserole with homemade mashed potatoes
Grilled piece of beef with Provence herbs
Braised sabodet with green lentils from Le Puy
Plate of matured goat cheese

Aging & Serving

Served between 15 and 17°C
Potential aging between 4 and 5 years in the cellar