Reine des Gres
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 6 years from the vintage release, when its fresh fruit flavors and floral aromatics are at their peak.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck breast, artisanal charcuterie platters, and soft cheeses such as Brie or Camembert.
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by the legendary 'King of Beaujolais,' Georges Duboeuf, the 'Reine des Gr s' (Queen of Sandstones) is a distinguished expression of the Saint-Amour Cru. This wine pays homage to the unique terroir of the region, specifically the ancient pink sandstone ('gr s') and clay soils that define its vineyards. Made entirely from the Gamay grape, the wine is produced using traditional semi-carbonic maceration to preserve its intense aromatic profile. According to local lore, Saint-Amour was named after a Roman soldier, Amor, who escaped death, converted to Christianity, and established a monastery in these hills. This romantic heritage is reflected in the wine's seductive character, offering a silky texture, vibrant red berry flavors, and delicate floral notes of violet and peony, underpinned by a subtle mineral backbone.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1964 by Georges Duboeuf, often celebrated as the 'King of Beaujolais', Les Vins Georges Duboeuf is headquartered in Romanèche-Thorins in the Beaujolais region of France. The négociant house revolutionized the region's global profile by championing estate-bottled wines, forging deep partnerships with artisanal growers, and popularizing the annual Beaujolais Nouveau phenomenon worldwide. Managed today by the Duboeuf family, the house remains committed to expressing the nuanced terroirs of Gamay across the ten Beaujolais Crus—such as Moulin-à-Vent, Morgon, and Juliénas—alongside curated bottlings from the Rhône Valley and Pays d'Oc.
🍇 Grape Varieties
100% Gamay