# Les Coeurs de l'Amour (2023)

- **Producer:** Christophe Coquard
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Gamay
- **Region:** Beaujolais, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, wet stones, raspberry, violet, red plum, redcurrant, cherry, cloves, vanilla, forest floor, earth

## About this wine

Les Coeurs de l'Amour is a red wine from the Saint-Amour Cru Beaujolais appellation, produced by Christophe Coquard. The name 'Les Coeurs de l'Amour' translates to 'Hearts of Love,' aligning with the romantic connotations of its Saint-Amour appellation. The Coquard family has a long history in Beaujolais winemaking, with Christophe Coquard bringing international experience and innovative ideas to the estate. The wine is made from Gamay grapes grown on clay-limestone and granite soils. The producer, Maison Coquard, is an independent, family-owned 'Boutique Négociant' that emphasizes innovation while respecting heritage.

## Interesting facts

- The wine's name, 'Les Coeurs de l'Amour,' translates to 'Hearts of Love.'
- The appellation, Saint-Amour, means 'Saint Love.'
- Vines for this wine can be 40-50 years old.
- Grapes are harvested by night to preserve freshness.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity and moderate tannins complement the richness of red meats and poultry, cutting through fat without overwhelming the palate. Its fruit-forward character harmonizes with fruit-based sauces and the savory notes of charcuterie.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Les Coeurs de l'Amour involves the use of 100% whole clusters for fermentation, with natural yeasts driving the process over 15-20 days at moderate temperatures to maintain aromatic freshness. Extraction is kept low. The wine is then aged for 14 months in a combination of 500-600 liter oak barrels, including those from Stockinger and other French oak. A period of 3 months on lees adds richness and complexity. Grapes are sustainably grown and harvested by night to preserve freshness.