Paul Janin et Fils - Moulin-à-Vent Héritage 2019

Name: Paul Janin et Fils - Moulin-à-Vent Héritage 2019
Brand: Domaine Paul Janin et Fils
Rating: 4.4 (13 reviews)

Moulin-à-Vent|Red wine

Beaujolais

Red

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Drink or Keep

4.4/5 (13 customers)

93/100

A. Larsson

17,5/20

RVF

17,5/20

Bourgogne Aujourd'hui

gamay

fleshy

"Structure and opulence

"The impact of old vines combines depth and sapidity. The nose is poised, fine, with blackberry, dark chocolate and violet. The palate reconciles richness and tannic elegance. Great ageing potential". (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2022 - RVF) These very old vines, handed down from father to son, are like a bequest and are the object of very special attention to offer a cuvée combining structure and opulence with remarkable aromatic concentration. This Beaujolais cru is definitely the star of the region!

Features

Estate

Domaine Paul Janin et Fils

Cuvée

Héritage

Vintage

2019

Designation

Moulin-à-Vent

Region

Beaujolais

Grape varieties

100% Gamay, vignes âgées de 80 à 100 ans en moyenne

Terroirs

Very weathered granite, foothills and ancient alluvium at les Burdelines, les Greneriers, Aux Caves, Bruyère des Thorins

Viticulture

Traditional and meticulous

Harvest

Manual

Winemaking

Whole bunches for 12 to 15 days before pressing

Breeding

In vats for 15 months on fine lees

Alcohol content

14%

Tasting & pairing

Eye

Ruby red

Nose

Expressive and concentrated, with notes of blackcurrant and graphite.

Mouth

Rich and structured, combining powerful tannins with a mineral edge. Long, powerful and flavorful finish.

Serve

AT 15°C

Open

Aerate in advance for recent vintages

Drink before

2029

Guard

8 to 10 years

Food and wine pairing

Enjoy with beef bourguignon, stew, rack of lamb with herbs, cheeses such as Reblochon or Beaufort...

Domain Paul Janin et Fils

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Expert opinion

Bettane & Desseauve

Domaine rated (2021 guide) 4*Stars (Top-quality producers, the glories of French winegrowing)

About the domain :

Since 1937, domaine Paul Janin et fils has been producing moulin-à-vent and beaujolais-villages reds and whites. Eric Janin, the current owner, represents the fourth generation. He has inherited a succession of investments that have made the domaine such a success. In 1937, his grandfather bought the famous Tremblay vineyard, and in 1967, his father acquired what is today the estate's flagship cuvée: the century-old Greneriers vines. Éric Janin is also the father of young Perrine, who is studying oenology, and in turn continues to invest in the long-term future of the estate. In particular, this involves massal selections to gradually renew his stock of old vines. Difficult years are piling up for the cru, and Éric Janin has not escaped the violent hailstorms that have devastated the vineyards over the last three years. In order to preserve what has built the estate's reputation, the range is now completed by purchases from the negociants. Of a more classic standing, these wines are of good quality. As for the estate's stars, they suffer from low quantities but do not disappoint in terms of quality. In 2018, vignes-du-tremblay and greneriers are magnificent successes.

Bourgogne Aujourd'hui

Wine rated 17,5/20

Domain rated (2022 guide) Recommended

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated (guide 2022) 17.5/20 (Grand vin)

Domaine rated (2024 guide) 2*Stars (These great estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, because of their consistency and the excellence of their production, must be included in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).

About the wine:

The impact of old vines combines depth and sapidity. The nose is poised, fine, with blackberry, dark chocolate and violet. The palate reconciles richness and tannic elegance. Great ageing potential.

About the domain :

The location and age of the vines aren't everything. It takes the good farming sense and analytical finesse of Éric Janin to produce great Gamays, concentrated and fresh. Since his first harvest in 1983, Éric Janin has maintained a winemaking style that brings out the best in climates located mainly in the Moulin-à-Vent cru. Some vines, such as Les Greneriers, have survived both world wars. In 2017, Éric Janin set up a trading business with partner winemakers. Chénas, Brouilly and Beaujolais-Villages complete his range.

James Suckling

Domain Rated Recommended

Andreas Larsson

Wine rated 93/100

Domain rated (2022 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

Dark color with violet highlights. Fragrant nose of violet, blackberry, pepper, clove and some fleshy, almost Syrah-like notes. Dense, savory and easily digestible on the palate, with lush black fruits, generous spiciness, well-balanced tannins and acidity that adds relief. Fleshy, muscular, long finish.

Customer reviews

Customer rating

4.4/5

on 13 reviews

Note and review by M. GILLES D. Published on 25/06/2024

On this (finally) well-opened 2019, the old vines offer a Beaujolais of fine constitution and well-adjusted acidity/material balance, with a concentration of beautifully ripe fruit. The juiciness is dense and fleshy, the texture silky and satiny. The structure is tannic and powerful. Consistent length lingers on fine minerality and minty freshness. Capable of facing the next 5 years with ease. Score of 4 due to its optimistic price, even though this is a Beaujolais of fine craftsmanship. Match with veal liver escalopes with pan-fried shallots and vinegar deglaze, with a creamy polenta.