Domaine des Marrans

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Established in Fleurie since 1970, Domaine des Marrans now covers 19 hectares. The domaine's philosophy is to respect the origin and character of its wines.

1970 - Eldorado

The story begins with the acquisition of the Clos du Pavillon vineyards in Fleurie by Jean-Jacques Mélinand ("JJ"). At the time, the vineyard covered 4 hectares and the wines were vinified in the property adjoining the Clos. As the years went by, JJ found himself cramped and dreaming of wide-open spaces (these aren't American), he decided to cultivate new plots, still in the Fleurie appellation.

1989 - A major problem

When Jean-Jacques Mélinand enlarged his estate, he found that the winery was too small to accommodate all the harvest. A new winemaking facility was built on the plateau 500 meters from the winery, at Les Marrans.

And so the Domaine des Marrans was born.

1994 - The more the merrier

Jean-Jacques' wife Liliane joins him on the estate to run the business, while at the same time setting up a bed and breakfast business.

2002 - Back to the future

Domaine des Marrans now owns several parcels in the Fleurie, Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages appellations. As 13 years earlier, the problem of size once again arose. The domaine set about enlarging the cuvage.

2004 - Taking a step back in time

Who hasn't dreamed of coolness in summer? The same goes for Chiroubles! So 2.5 hectares of vines on the slopes of Chiroubles were acquired at a place called "Aux Côtes" (from the name, you'd think it was going to go up).

2009 - Winemaker

2009 saw the arrival of their son Mathieu, who after studying viticulture/oenology and gaining experience abroad (Australia, New Zealand), took over the family estate. His arrival brings a new dynamism to the estate, which is not alone, as it is accompanied by 2 hectares of Morgon "Corcelette".

Since 1970, the Mélinand family has run the Marrans family estate. The estate is located in Fleurie, 50km north of Lyon, in the heart of the Beaujolais crus.

The 19.5 hectares of vines we cultivate break down as follows:

- 11.5 ha of Fleurie with 2 cuvées: "Clos du Pavillon", and "Les Marrans".

- 2.5 ha of Chiroubles "Aux Côtes

- 2 ha of Morgon "Corcelette

- 3 ha in the Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages appellations

- 0.50 ha of Chardonnay in the Beaujolais Blanc appellation

Gamay noir à jus blanc is the only grape variety used for red wines. Our Beaujolais Blanc is made from Chardonnay.

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Domaine des Marrans - Beaujolais blanc 2021

Beaujolais|White wine

4.1/5 (7 reviews)

chardonnay

citrus

scrambled eggs with chives

quality-price

From a plot in the Bel Air area of Saint Jean d'Ardières, this white Beaujolais delivers delicacy and freshness in the glass. Fragrant, well-balanced with a lemony finish, it's a wine for immediate pleasure. Efficient, we love it!

Domaine des Marrans - White Beaujolais 2021

Domaine des Marrans - Chiroubles Aux Côtes 2021

Chiroubles|Red wine

3.6/5 (5 reviews)

89/100 Robert Parker

gamay

dense

duck breast

This fine, fruity Chiroubles, with notes of plums, small red berries and wood fire, is the perfect start to an aperitif with friends. Its dense, full-bodied palate, with racy tannins, provides excellent balance. A wine that will evolve towards power with the meal. A true Favorite !

Domaine des Marrans - Chiroubles Aux Côtes 2021

Domaine des Marrans - Morgon Corcelette 2021

Morgon|Red wine

90/100 RVF

90/100 Bettane & Desseauve

1*Étoile Hachette

(2020 vintage notes)

gamay

balanced

accessible

dense

grills

This wine presents aromas of black fruits, cherries and sweet berries, mixed with spicy notes. Freshness on the palate and fleshy tannins give this cuvée excellent balance. The finish is long, with a touch of salinity. Gourmet at its best!

Domaine des Marrans - Morgon Corcelette 2021

Domaine des Marrans - Fleurie Les Marrans 2021

Fleurie|Red wine

3.5/5 (8 reviews)

91/100 Robert Parker

gamay

charmer

delicious

poultry

Gem

"Cuvée emblem of the estate

"Brimming with cherry, berry and plum aromas, Fleurie Les Marrans 2021 is medium-bodied, lively and succulent, acidic and has a lovely, fine-boned profile that offers considerable charm." (Wine Advocate 2022). Charm in spades...

Domaine des Marrans - Fleurie Les Marrans 2021

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