Les Griottes means 'the small cherries' in reference to the grove of cherry trees that flank the vineyard. Vissoux's entry cuvée is drawn from 20 to 40-year-old vines grown on dark, granite soils around the Chermette homestead in Saint-Vérand (central Beaujolais). The aim here is to produce something light-bodied and cherry-fruited with reach for another glass deliciousness. And that's precisely what this wine delivers. An effortlessly silky yet juicy, red-fruited wine with some gentle spice. Griottes 2022 is a knockout Beaujolais!
Winery notes (2022 Vintage)
"Made using grapes from the youngest vines on the estate, this cuvées brings out all the freshness of red fruit. It is called Les Griottes because the bottom of the vineyard is lined with cherry, wild cherry and morello cherry (griotte) trees. This wine is particularly suited to enjoyable times with friends.
This is the essence of Beaujolais: fruity, fresh, easy and crunchy with the tartness of fresh red berry fruit: Morello cherry, raspberry, strawberry. A wine to enjoy with friends ‘par excellence’, just sit back and relax. It makes a great partner to a wide variety of circumstances and dishes."