Lethbridge Cru Régnié Beaujolais 2022 is a vibrant and expressive Gamay crafted from biodynamically grown, century-old vines in the renowned Cru Régnié appellation of Beaujolais. Produced in collaboration with Domaine Philippe Viet, the wine combines traditional winemaking with a layered fermentation approach, including partial carbonic maceration and wild fermentation. Bursting with aromas of red berries, blossoms, and floral notes, the palate reveals juicy blueberry and vibrant berry fruit flavours supported by fresh acidity and impressive length. Rich yet energetic, this beautifully balanced Beaujolais delivers purity, complexity, and remarkable drinkability.

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In 2022 Ray had the opportunity to travel to the home of Gamay Beaujolais, France. While there he had the privilege to work with a remarkable parcel of fruit from Cru Régnié, biodynamically grown from 100 year old vines. 

Beginning its journey at Domaine Phillipe Viet, this wine was wild fermented with extended skin contact skin and gentle cap management. The fruit was picked by hand and fermented with partial carbonic maceration using a layered fermentation process of crushed and whole bunch (20%) fruit. After a short maturation at Viet’s domaine, the wine was transported (temperature-controlled, of course) back to Geelong to finish its maturation in barrel at Lethbridge where it was then bottled on site in August 2023.

Our Cru Régnié shows lovely, concentrated fruit flavours, pretty red fruit, blossom and floral aromatics, followed by a lovely cunchy blueberry palate with vibrant berry fruit and the signature lethbridge length. A rich and flavourful wine.