Andrew Murray Vineyards Espérance (Curtis Vineyard) 2017 (750ml) Beaujolais-Villages

Andrew Murray Vineyards Espérance (Curtis Vineyard) 2017 (750ml) Beaujolais-VillagesThis rich red is a blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 15% Mourvedre. It was given a more serious winemaking regimen with a bit more new oak. I also chose a "bigger" Syrah to blend in with the Grenache and Mourvedre, so the resulting wine is a bit more "profound". I think that it is perhaps the best Esprance that we have ever released. All of the extra work yields a rich, concentrated wine with aromas and flavors of ultra ripe strawberries, black

this rustic sanctuary possesses the complex

they practice viticulture based on minimal intervention

it offers layer after layer of red fruit

it is highly aromatic with notes of raisins and dried fruits (dates and figs)

cinnamon and cocoa submerge the palate which boasts vivid acidity

The wine shows bright fresh stone fruits (peach)

An exciting nose with aromas of black fruit (blackcurrant

the 2023 vintage stands out as truly exceptional

chocolate and plum

NICELY SAVORY AND COMPLEX ON THE PALATE WITH A MINERAL FINISH

complemented by characteristic Carneros notes of cola

loose and highly permeable structure