Wines of the week: Succulent, food-friendly wines of the Beaujolais Villages Crus
Terry Kirby selects the best bottles to buy
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Your support makes all the difference.In Spring, the succulent, food-friendly wines of the Beaujolais Villages Crus – made from the same Gamay grape, but every one different from the other – come into their own...
From Saint-Amour
Domaine des Pierres, Trichard 2013
From an area known for its light, fresh wines, this is perfect with big salads, prosciutto and other cold meats – gorgeous red fruits and floral aromas. Could take a light chilling for a fish dish. £12.95, tanners-wines.co.uk
From Brouilly
Domaine Laurent Martray Vieilles Vignes, Combillaty 2013
The older vines here give a greater depth than the Saint-Amour, with similar floral aromas but light, spicy, herby undertones to the bright, juicy cherry fruits. Excellent with lighter game and roast white meats such as pork or chicken. £14.95, leaandsandeman.co.uk
From Morgon
Domaine Jean-Marc Burgaud, Côte du Py, 2013
Traditionally the Cru for the heaviest wines, this is rich, concentrated and full-bodied, but retains characteristic freshness. Ideal for casseroles of rabbit and chicken. Unlike almost all other Villages wines, can be kept for a few years. £13.50, Wine Society; £16.50, bbr.com
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