Clos Grand Carquelin Jacques
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck breast, coq au vin, or earthy wild mushroom risotto.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the prestigious Château des Jacques estate, acquired by Maison Louis Jadot in 1996, the Clos du Grand Carquelin is one of the most celebrated single-vineyard sites in the Moulin-à-Vent appellation. Often referred to as the 'King of Beaujolais,' Moulin-à-Vent produces wines of exceptional structure and longevity. The Clos du Grand Carquelin vineyard is characterized by its shallow, sandy soils resting on a bedrock of pink granite rich in manganese, which naturally limits yields and imparts a profound mineral intensity. Rejecting the standard carbonic maceration of the region, Château des Jacques employs traditional Burgundian vinification methods, including destemming, long maceration, and aging in French oak barrels from Jadot's Cadus cooperage. This results in a deeply concentrated, age-worthy Gamay that bridges the gap between the vibrant fruit of Beaujolais and the savory complexity of fine Côte d'Or Pinot Noir.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot in the historic heart of Beaune, Maison Louis Jadot has grown to become one of Burgundy's most respected and comprehensive wine houses. With an expansive vineyard footprint spanning the Côte d'Or, Chablis, the Côte Chalonnaise, the Mâconnais, and Beaujolais, the domaine pairs long-held artisanal traditions with meticulous vinification practices. Dedicated to terroir transparency, Jadot champions natural yeasts, subtle oak integration, and minimal intervention to allow each climat to express its authentic voice. Renowned for its iconic Bacchus-head label, the house produces an esteemed range of site-specific Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, ranging from accessible regional appellations to legendary Grand Crus.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Gamay
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13% - 13.5%