# Domaine de la Pirolette Saint-Amour (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine de la Pirolette
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Gamay
- **Region:** Beaujolais, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €21
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, blueberry, red cherry, red plum, spice

## About this wine

Domaine de la Pirolette Saint-Amour 2021 is a red wine from the Saint-Amour appellation in Beaujolais, France, produced by Domaine de la Pirolette. The estate, with a long history, was revitalized by the Barbet family in 2013. The vineyards are situated on a hilltop with diverse soils and benefit from south-east exposure. The wine is made from 100% Gamay grapes, with vines averaging 60-65 years old. The estate holds HVE certification, indicating a commitment to sustainable viticulture. The 2021 vintage is noted for its dark red fruit and complexity, with a perfumed nose and a mouth-watering finish.

## Interesting facts

- The estate's vineyards are an average of 60-65 years old.
- The 'chapeau grillé' technique is a traditional method for gentle extraction.
- The estate is certified HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) for sustainable practices.
- The family's nickname is 'les passionnés' (the passionate ones).

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and bright acidity cut through richer dishes, while its fine tannins complement proteins. Its red fruit notes harmonize with poultry and pork, and its subtle complexity can stand up to richer sauces without overpowering delicate flavors.

## Wine making process

Domaine de la Pirolette Saint-Amour 2021 is vinified using traditional methods. The grapes are fermented in cement vats, employing the 'chapeau grillé' technique for gentle extraction of color, tannins, and flavor. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a nine-month aging period, primarily in stainless steel tanks, to preserve its fresh fruit profile. The estate is certified HVE, reflecting a commitment to sustainable viticulture.