Cave du Château de Chénas
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Authentic Beaujolais Crus from a historic cooperative with a royal-era vaulted cellar.
Founded in 1934 by 44 winegrowers, Cave du Château de Chénas is a historic cooperative winery in the heart of the Beaujolais region. Today it brings together approximately 110 passionate growers cultivating vines across the prestigious Crus of Chénas, Moulin-à-Vent, Morgon, Fleurie, Juliénas, and Brouilly. The estate is renowned for its magnificent vaulted underground cellar, built in the 17th century during the reign of Louis XIV — one of the largest in Beaujolais at roughly 560 square meters, with a storage capacity of around 900 hectoliters. Wines are released across three ranges: Tradition (100% tank-aged), Cœur de Granit (30% oak, blended with tank-aged wine), and Thesaurus (100% oak-aged), all expressing the granite terroir of Beaujolais through 100% Gamay.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for wine lovers seeking authentic, terroir-driven Beaujolais Crus made by small-scale family growers, pairing beautifully with both casual and refined meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes the wines of Cave du Château de Chénas unique?
- The wines are defined by the unique granite terroir of the Beaujolais Crus (Chénas, Moulin-à-Vent, Morgon, Fleurie, Juliénas, Brouilly) and are aged in a historic 17th-century vaulted cellar built during the reign of Louis XIV.
- Do these wines pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes, the elegant acidity and fruit-forward profile of these Gamay-based wines make them excellent companions for Japanese dishes like yakitori, grilled fish, and soy-sauce-based simmered foods.
- Is this a large-scale industrial producer?
- No, it is a cooperative of approximately 110 small-scale family growers who prioritize traditional viticulture and quality over mass production.
- What wine ranges does Cave du Château de Chénas offer?
- The cooperative offers three main ranges: Tradition (aged entirely in tanks), Cœur de Granit (blending 30% oak-aged wine with tank-aged wine), and Thesaurus (aged entirely in oak barrels).
- How large is the historic cellar?
- The 17th-century vaulted cellar spans roughly 560 square meters and can store around 900 hectoliters of wine, making it one of the largest cellars in Beaujolais.