Julien Sunier Régnié 2023

Julien Sunier Régnié 2023
Régnié, Beaujolais – France
Organic red wine (in conversion)
Old-vine Gamay on pink granite sand

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Description
Sourced from the historic En Oeillat parcel, located at the foot of the famed Côte du Py hill, this Régnié comes from vines over 60 years old, deeply rooted in very sandy pink granite soils. This rare terroir brings lightness, energy, and aromatic purity to Gamay.

Vinified naturally with indigenous yeasts and minimal intervention, Julien Sunier follows his signature low-impact approach: semi-carbonic maceration in concrete vats and ageing in 80% neutral Burgundy barrels and 20% concrete. The result is a bright, precise and mineral wine — one of the most elegant interpretations of Régnié.

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Technical Details
Producer: Julien Sunier
Region: Régnié, Beaujolais – France
Appellation: Régnié AOC
Grape: 100% Gamay
Parcel: En Oeillat
Soil: Very sandy pink granite
Vine age: 60+ years
Farming: Organic 
Vinification: Indigenous yeasts, traditional fermentation, minimal intervention
Ageing: 80% neutral French oak barrels, 20% concrete vats

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Tasting Notes
Aromatic nose of wild raspberries, dried leaves, and subtle spice. On the palate, it shows vibrant acidity, fine-grained tannins, and a delicate mineral backbone. A clean and energetic Gamay, elegant and finely textured.

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Suggested Pairings
– Herb-grilled poultry
– Sautéed mushrooms with garlic and thyme
– Artisanal cured meats
– Washed-rind cheeses (e.g. Reblochon, Taleggio)
– Light Asian cuisine such as lacquered duck or mushroom ramen