Château Thivin, Côte de Brouilly (Beaujolais, France) 2020

 Château Thivin is a benchmark by which Beaujolais wines are measured.  The Geoffray family has owned this classic property for over a century and Claude Geoffray maintains the tradition of meticulous vine growing and winemaking.  His Côte de Brouilly vineyards rest on well-exposed, steep slopes and are drawn from 50+ year old vines.  The 2020 Château Thivin shows the emblematic Beaujolais style.  It has vibrant aromas of strawberry, red cherry, plum, violets and cinnamon spice.  The flavors are pure, bright and lively, with layers of strawberry and cherry fruits underlain by hints of plum, earth and spice.  Delicious on its own, it is also a versatile wine to pair with a wide range of foods.  It will be a fine choice for a Thanksgiving feast or any roasted poultry.  It’s also a good match for most anything off the grill.