Diochon Moulin-A-Vent Vieilles Vignes

The old vines really shine here—I got layers of dark fruit and a silky smoothness I wasn't expecting from a Beaujolais. The earthy finish lingered nicely with dinner.

This has that nice earthy, mineral edge that makes a Beaujolais cru feel serious, but the dark fruit keeps it approachable. I opened it with roast chicken and the silky tannins carried through the whole meal.

The old vines really show through here—dark fruit and that earthy, mineral finish that makes it feel way more serious than your typical Beaujolais. Silky tannins kept it smooth from the first sip to the last, and it paired beautifully with a simple roast chicken.