What does this wine taste like?

Concentrated black cherry, violet, and earthy minerals with a long, spicy finish.

What food pairs best with this?

Rich meat dishes like roasted duck or game, as well as savory umami-rich Japanese cuisine.

When is the best time to drink it?

It drinks well now but can continue to improve for another 5 to 8 years.

CuvéeChénasRed

Moulin-à-Vent Thésaurus Vinum Cuvée Vieilles Vignes

ムーラン・ナ・ヴァンテザウルス・ヴィヌムキュヴェ・ヴィエイユ・ヴィーニュ

Cave du Château de Chénas

About Moulin-à-Vent Thésaurus Vinum Cuvée Vieilles Vignes

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Gamay
Price Range: $25-35; US/EU retail reference for Thésaurus-tier oak-aged Moulin-à-Vent cuvées; JPY estimate not confirmed from a Japan-market source

This top-tier cuvée from Cave du Château de Chénas represents the pinnacle of the Moulin-à-Vent cru within the estate's 'Thésaurus' range — wines aged 100% in oak barrels. Sourced from old vines and vinified traditionally, it is matured in the estate's historic 17th-century vaulted cellar. It shows a deep ruby color, complex aromas of ripe black fruit, violet, and spice, with a structured tannic backbone and strong aging potential.

Sommelier's Note

A masterpiece of the Moulin-à-Vent appellation — its depth and structural integrity deserve to be experienced at least once.

New to wine?

A serious, age-worthy Beaujolais that rivals fine Burgundy — best appreciated after some Beaujolais Cru experience.

Food Pairings

Pairs exceptionally well with roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, mushroom risotto, and aged Comté cheese.

When to drink it

Ideal for formal dinners, celebratory gatherings, or as a gift for wine connoisseurs.

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Gamay from old vines in the Moulin-à-Vent cru. Part of the 'Thésaurus' range — 100% aged in oak barrels within the estate's 17th-century vaulted cellar, unlike the Tradition (100% tank) and Cœur de Granit (30% oak) ranges.

About the producer

Cave du Château de ChénasAuthentic Beaujolais Crus from a historic cooperative with a royal-era vaulted cellar.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this wine taste like?: Concentrated black cherry, violet, and earthy minerals with a long, spicy finish.
What food pairs best with this?: Rich meat dishes like roasted duck or game, as well as savory umami-rich Japanese cuisine.
When is the best time to drink it?: It drinks well now but can continue to improve for another 5 to 8 years.

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