# Les Cadoles

- **Producer:** Maison Piron
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Gamay
- **Region:** Beaujolais, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €11
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, strawberry, red cherry, redcurrant, rose, violet

## About this wine

Les Cadoles is a red wine produced by Maison Piron in the Beaujolais region of France, made exclusively from the Gamay grape. The wine's name pays homage to the 'cadoles,' small stone shelters historically used by vineyard workers in Beaujolais. Maison Piron is a historic family estate with a winemaking legacy spanning 14 generations. The grapes are grown in Beaujolais' characteristic granitic soils, contributing to the wine's vibrant profile. This wine is designed to be a classic and approachable expression of Beaujolais, reflecting the region's terroir and the Gamay grape.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Les Cadoles' refers to traditional dry-stone huts found in Beaujolais vineyards.
- Maison Piron has a winemaking history dating back to 1590.
- The vineyards are often on steep slopes, requiring manual harvesting.
- The wine is made from 100% Gamay, the signature grape of Beaujolais.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity and light body make it a versatile companion for a range of dishes. Its fruit-forward character complements lighter proteins and vegetable-centric meals, while its gentle tannins can handle moderate richness without overpowering the palate.

## Wine making process

Les Cadoles is produced using traditional Beaujolais winemaking methods. The Gamay grapes undergo gentle and long fermentations, with maceration potentially involving either destemmed or whole bunches depending on the specific terroir and vintage. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in concrete and stainless steel tanks. This aging process is crucial for preserving the wine's characteristic freshness and fruit-forward nature. The producer, Maison Piron, emphasizes sustainable viticulture, focusing on natural balance and biodiversity within their vineyards, many of which are situated on steep slopes requiring manual harvesting.