Domaine Sophie et Guillaume Joncy Chiroubles 'Le Pont', Beaujolais, France 2022

Description

The vibrant Gamay opens with aromas of red and sour cherries, fresh violets and subtle sweet spice. On the palate it is bright and lively, showing red fruit flavors balanced with gentle minerality and a lively, slightly peppery finish. Medium-bodied yet elegant, the wine displays firm but refined tannins that provide structure without heaviness. This Chiroubles expresses freshness, finesse and approachability, perfect for drinking in its youth while also developing gentle complexity over the next few years.

Tasting Notes
From the southern slopes of Beaujolais’ Chiroubles appellation, this 2022 Le Pont displays lifted aromas of red cherries, dried flowers and sweet spice. The palate is fresh and precise, with medium body, firm but fine tannins and a lively, slightly peppery finish. Recognized in the Guide Hachette des Vins 2025 as a “Vin très réussi,” it exemplifies the purity and elegance of the Gamay grape in Chiroubles.