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Alex Foillard Cote De Brouilly 2020

Alex Foillard Cote De Brouilly 2020

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Juicy Wild Strawberries, Blue Volcanic Earth, and Silk-Smooth Gamay Elegance

The 2020 Alex Foillard Côte de Brouilly is a vibrant, beautifully perfumed, and mineral-driven natural Beaujolais from one of the region's most exciting young talents. Sourced from organic vines grown on the famous blue diorite rock slopes of Mount Brouilly, it bursts with seductive aromas of wild strawberries, black raspberries, peonies, and subtle stony spice. The palate is medium-bodied, supple, and mouth-watering, balancing silky fruit purity with fine-grained tannins and a long, energetic finish.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium-Bodied, Silky & Vibrant ●●●●●
Sweetness Dry ●●●●●
Tannins Silky, Fine-Grained & Supple ●●●●●
Acidity Fresh, Lively & Mineral-Driven ●●●●●
Oak Subtle & Neutral (Aged in seasoned, neutral French oak barrels to preserve fruit purity) ●●●●●

Terroir & Winemaking

  • The Blue Diorite Terroir of Côte de Brouilly: Situated on the slopes of an extinct volcano, Côte de Brouilly is famous for its unique pierre bleue (blue diorite rock). These hard volcanic stones impart incredible structure, deep dark-berry concentration, and distinct mineral tension to the Gamay grape.
  • A New Generation of Beaujolais Excellence: Son of natural wine legend Jean Foillard, Alex Foillard established his domain after studying in Montpellier and working harvests worldwide. Following organic farming principles, natural cold carbonic maceration, and aging in neutral oak vessels, his 2020 Côte de Brouilly marries classic Foillard velvet texture with youthful precision.

Highlights

  • 100% Gamay organically farmed on volcanic blue diorite soils on the slopes of Mount Brouilly.
  • A radiant 2020 vintage combining rich berry fruit depth with floral aromatics and chiseled minerality.
  • Crafted with minimal intervention by Alex Foillard, carrying on his family's legendary winemaking legacy.

Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Bright ruby-violet core with luminous magenta reflections at the rim.
  • Nose: Intensely fragrant and lifted. It opens with aromas of wild strawberries, black raspberries, and red cherries, layered with crushed peony petals, dried thyme, and damp volcanic stone.
  • Palate: Dry, medium-bodied, and deliciously silky. The entry delivers a succulent wave of crunchy red and black berry sap supported by ultra-fine tannins, finishing smooth, vibrant, and mineral-driven.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve slightly cool at 14–16°C. A gentle chill highlights its juicy fruit purity and vibrant aromatics.
  • Decanting: A brief 15-to-20 minute decant or aeration helps unlock its floral perfumed layers. Best enjoyed over the next 5 to 8 years.
  • Western Pairing: Roast chicken, charcuterie boards, pan-seared duck breast, grilled pork tenderloin, or wild mushroom risotto.
  • Asian Pairing: Peking duck, Cantonese roast duck, Five-spice roasted pork (Char Siu), or Taiwanese braised pork.

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