Jules Métras
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Pure, elegant, and terroir-driven natural wines from Beaujolais.
Jules Métras is a rising star in Beaujolais, representing the new generation of natural winemakers. As the son of the legendary Yvon Métras, he crafts wines with profound respect for terroir and minimal intervention. Bottling under his own label since 2014 and based in Fleurie, he works with old-vine Gamay, employing carbonic maceration to produce wines of exceptional purity, elegance, and vibrant fruit character. His cuvées, such as 'Bijou' from a high-altitude vineyard in Vauxrenard, are highly sought after for their silky texture and authentic expression of granite soils. Alongside peers like Alex Foillard and Kewin Descombes, Jules is redefining the potential of Beaujolais wines.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for natural wine enthusiasts and collectors seeking refined, terroir-focused Gamay.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Jules Métras related to Yvon Métras?
- Yes, Jules Métras is the son of the renowned Beaujolais winemaker Yvon Métras, and he has been bottling wines under his own label since 2014.
- What winemaking style does Jules Métras follow?
- He follows a natural winemaking approach, utilizing traditional carbonic maceration with minimal sulfur and no additives.
- Are his wines suitable for pairing with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes, his wines' elegant acidity and silky tannins pair exceptionally well with Japanese dishes like grilled fish, yakitori, and soy-sauce-based simmered vegetables.
- What is the 'Bijou' cuvée?
- Bijou is one of his signature cuvées, sourced from a high-altitude (450m) vineyard in Vauxrenard that showcases a refined and delicate expression of Gamay.