Manoir du Carra
マノワール・デュ・カラ
Five generations of the Sambardier family crafting elegant Beaujolais crus from 50- to 100-year-old Gamay vines.
Manoir du Carra is a family-run estate in Denicé, in the heart of the Beaujolais region, owned by the Sambardier family and passed down from father to son for five generations since 1850. Today Jean-Noël Sambardier's sons Jean-Frédéric and Damien manage the estate, with Damien as winemaker. Around 34 hectares of vines, spread over some 50 plots with vine ages of 50 to 100 years, include holdings in the crus of Juliénas, Fleurie, Moulin-à-Vent and Brouilly. Certified High Environmental Value (HVE), the estate emphasizes sustainable viticulture and terroir-driven winemaking, producing Beaujolais renowned for elegance and the pure fruit expression of Gamay.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for wine lovers seeking authentic, terroir-driven Beaujolais crus from a historic family estate that pair beautifully with both casual and refined meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Manoir du Carra located?
- The estate is based in the village of Denicé, in the heart of the Beaujolais region in France, with vineyard plots across several Beaujolais crus.
- Who runs Manoir du Carra?
- It has been owned by the Sambardier family for five generations since 1850. Jean-Noël Sambardier's sons now run it: Damien as winemaker and Jean-Frédéric managing sales.
- Which crus does the estate produce?
- Its roughly 34 hectares of vines include holdings in the crus of Juliénas, Fleurie, Moulin-à-Vent and Brouilly, alongside Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages.
- Which grape variety does the estate primarily use?
- The estate primarily uses Gamay, the signature red grape of Beaujolais, from vines aged 50 to 100 years.
- Do their wines pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes. Their balanced acidity and fresh fruit profile make them excellent with grilled fish, soy-sauce-based dishes and lighter meat preparations.