Jean-Paul Brun’s wines are benchmarks by which other Beaujolais wines are measured. The Geoffray family has owned this classic property for over a century and Claude Geoffray maintains the tradition of meticulous vinegrowing and winemaking. His Côte de Brouilly vineyards rest on granitic soils and are drawn from 40 to 55 year old vines. The 2017 Terres Dorées bottling shows the emblematic Brun Beaujolais style. It has vibrant aromas of pure raspberry, strawberry, red cherry, violets and cinnamon spice. The flavors are pure, bright and lively, with layers of raspberry, strawberry and cherry fruits underlain by hints of plum, earth and spice. Delicious on its own, it is also a fine choice for grilled foods, roast chicken or just your favorite pizza.
Jean-Paul Brun, Côte de Brouilly (Beaujolais, France) Gamay 2017
By Wayne Belding