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The palate is beautifully layered, offering vibrant red and dark berry fruit framed by silky tannins, hints of baking spice, mineral undertones, and a long, refined finish. Powerful enough to age, yet graceful enough to enjoy today. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"16yqe4j\" data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eInteresting Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2usyl6\" data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eSingle-Vineyard (Lieu-Dit):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Champ de Cour\" is one of the most highly regarded vineyards within the Moulin-à-Vent Cru, known for producing wines with exceptional structure, elegance, and longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dztj2i\" data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eAncient Granite Soils:\u003c\/strong\u003e The vineyard sits atop pink granite with deep layers of river-worn pebbles, contributing the wine's signature minerality and finesse. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"186mysy\" data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eThe King of Beaujolais:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moulin-à-Vent is widely considered the most age-worthy of Beaujolais' ten crus, often earning comparisons to fine Pinot Noir from neighboring Burgundy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gmzuww\" data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eEstate History:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château du Moulin-à-Vent traces its history back to the 18th century and is named after the iconic windmill that has overlooked the vineyards since the 15th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2a1jht\" data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eBurgundian Winemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike many traditional Beaujolais wines, the estate emphasizes destemming, gentle extraction, and oak aging, creating wines with remarkable depth and aging potential. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ofb1bx\" data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11m456y\" data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eHerb-crusted rack of lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1clwj3i\" data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eDuck breast with cherry reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6geadx\" data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eBeef Bourguignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ti5q0a\" data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eWild mushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"czlogu\" data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eRoast chicken with herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ani94\" data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eAged Gruyère or Comté\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1h84dbv\" data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eCritic Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vqkqsc\" data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e95 Points – Wine Enthusiast (Editor's Choice)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sz2iut\" data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003e92 Points – Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"28n3kt\" data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e91 Points – Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vdixi7\" data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003eThis is Beaujolais at its finest. The 2021 Champ de Cour showcases the incredible complexity and age-worthiness that have made Moulin-à-Vent one of France's most revered appellations. While approachable now with a short decant, it will continue to evolve beautifully over the next 10–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2513\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58–62°F\u003cbr data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2412\"\u003eDecant:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–45 minutes recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003eDrink Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Now through 2036\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IN THE CRU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47247108341916,"sku":null,"price":73.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0377\/6253\/1460\/files\/Untitleddesign_1_4c92d384-04c8-4dad-a52e-439fb307f257.png?v=1784663983","url":"https:\/\/inthecru.com\/products\/2021-chateau-du-moulin-a-vent-moulin-a-vent-champ-de-cour","provider":"In The Cru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}