Lantignié
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The rising star of Beaujolais, pushing for Cru status.
Lantignié is a prominent village within the Beaujolais-Villages appellation, located in the northern part of the region. It is gaining significant recognition for its unique terroir, characterized by granite and blue stone soils that impart distinct minerality and structure to the Gamay grape. The village is at the forefront of a movement to be elevated to a standalone named-village (Cru-level) status. It has become a hub for innovative, natural-leaning winemakers who prioritize sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention, resulting in wines that are expressive, terroir-driven, and increasingly sought after by connoisseurs looking for high-quality alternatives to the established Crus.
Best for: Wine enthusiasts seeking terroir-driven, natural-leaning Gamay with excellent value.
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Producers
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Domaine Frédéric Berne
Domaine Frédéric Berne is a rising star in Beaujolais, based in Lantignié. Frédéric Berne, who took over the historic Château des Vergers, focuses on expressing the unique terroir of the region through organic viticulture. The estate produces wines from various appellations, including Beaujolais-Lantignié and the prestigious Cru Beaujolais such as Chiroubles and Morgon. His approach combines traditional methods with modern precision, resulting in wines that are elegant, vibrant, and deeply reflective of the granite-rich soils. The estate is committed to sustainable practices, ensuring the health of the vineyards and the purity of the fruit in every bottle.
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www.fredericberne.com/ドメーヌ・ド・コレット
Domaine de Colette
Located in Lantignié, Beaujolais, Domaine de Colette is a family-run estate currently managed by Jacky Gauthier. The domaine spans approximately 14 hectares, featuring vines with an average age of 45 years, which contribute to the depth and concentration of their wines. Committed to sustainable viticulture, the estate is in the process of transitioning to organic farming practices. They produce a range of wines, including Beaujolais-Villages and Regnié, characterized by their purity, elegance, and authentic expression of the Gamay grape and granitic terroir.
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www.alliancewine.com/our-producers/domaine-de-colette
Food Pairings
Charcuterie, roasted poultry, grilled salmon, and light vegetable dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Lantignié a Cru Beaujolais?
- Lantignié is currently classified as Beaujolais-Villages, though its growers are actively campaigning for the right to put the village name on labels as a step toward official Cru status.
- What makes Lantignié's terroir special?
- The village sits on granite and blue-stone (diorite) soils similar to those of neighboring Crus such as Régnié and Morgon, giving its Gamay wines notable minerality, freshness, and structure.
- Why is Lantignié associated with natural wine?
- Many young, quality-focused growers have settled in Lantignié, favoring organic viticulture and low-intervention winemaking, which has made the village a hub of the Beaujolais natural wine scene.