"Quartz continues to be one of the finest expressions of Chénas. Slightly marked by the vegetal character typical of this year, we nevertheless enjoy a great quality of fruit, translated by the basket of blue fruits and peony. The palate is caressing, with velvety, sapid tannins. A real treat". (Le Guide RVF)
Features
Estate
Maison Piron
Cuvée
Quartz
Vintage
2020
Designation
Chénas
Region
Beaujolais
Grape varieties
100% Gamay
Terroirs
Granite floor covered with quartz crystals
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Breeding
In concrete vats and partially in barrels
Alcohol content
13,5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Beautiful deep purplish colour
Nose
Floral attack
Mouth
Balanced with mature tannins, a very complex and elegant wine with aromas of lilac, peony and peach.
Serve
AT 14-16°C
Drink before
2031
Food and wine pairing
Goes well with complex dishes in sauce, meat or grilled meats, carpaccio of porcini mushrooms, fresh goat's cheese...
Maison Piron
Chénas
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 90/100
Domain rated 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
A hint of reduction gives it a slightly animal touch. It needs decanting to regain its fruity character and natural sweetness. Precise, tasty, but a little consensual.
About the domain :
A leading figure in Beaujolais in general and Morgon in particular, Dominique Piron, now joined by his partner Julien Révillon, is developing a solid range of Beaujolais crus. Over 100 hectares, seven crus are represented, with a logical majority of Morgons. With a refined style and expressive nose, while retaining the stylistic signature of their origins, the domaine's wines are all successful.
Guide Hachette des vins
Domain rated (guide 2023) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
Heir to 14 generations of winegrowers, Dominique Piron handed over the reins of the family estate in 2020 to Julien Revillon, his partner since 2013. The latter is now in charge of some 50 hectares of vines, divided between his own vineyards and grape purchases for the négoce.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated 91/100
Domaine rated (2024 guide) 1*Star (Stars in the making or quality winegrowers with a good level of production, you won't be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
Quartz continues to be one of the finest expressions of Chénas. Slightly marked by the vegetal character typical of this year, we nevertheless enjoy a great quality of fruit, translated by the basket of blue fruits and peony. The palate is caressing, with velvety, sapid tannins. A real treat.
About the domain :
Julien Revillon, aided by his talented oenologist Pierre Meunier, continues Dominique Piron's work with consistency and brio. The duo is aided by vineyard manager Thibaud Lemaître, which has become necessary to oversee a 90-hectare estate. Their joint efforts have improved the quality of the grapes, and the parcel-by-parcel selection process is beginning to bear fruit. We are seduced by the consistency of the range and its cornerstones: spontaneity of fruit, delicacy and precise definition of each cru.
Jancis Robinson
Domain Rated Recommended
Vinous A. Galloni
Domain Rated Recommended
James Suckling
Rated Domaine (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer reviews
Customer rating
5/5
on 1 reviews
Note and review by M. DIDIER V. Published on 17/05/2024
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