Domaine de la Grosse Pierre, Chiroubles (Beaujolais, France) Gamay 2019

 Chiroubles generally strikes a delicate style among the cru wines of Beaujolais, and that make it delightful in warm weather.  The aromas and flavors suggest fresh red cherry with floral top notes and a bit of spiciness.  Structurally, the wine is alive with crisp acidity, a moderate amount of edgy tannin, and long length.  Together with the well-concentrated fruit, the liveliness of the structure makes for a fresh, complete wine.  This Chiroubles is rather ethereal for Gamay (aromatic, lifted) and yet it maintains Gamay’s earthbound grip compared to Pinot Noir.