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At 15 years old the vines are younger than the estate's old-vine cuvées, but the site is genuine and the results show it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFully destemmed, 10 days of gentle maceration with careful pump-overs to extract only the finest tannins, then six months in concrete tanks. Clean, precise winemaking with no heavy hand. The result is Gamay with freshness, fine tannins and real character. Morgon-esque dark fruit but in a light, approachable frame. A bouncy wine but with fine structure that creeps up on you too. Delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFour to five years of cellaring potential here, but to be honest it's a ripper glass of wine right now and just loves a charcuterie board. One of the buys of the year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43864049909803,"sku":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Beaujolais Village Perle de Granit","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024DomainedeColonatBeaujolaisVillage_b163a564-4ecd-4a2a-a1bc-9bb0b2737173.jpg?v=1789439959"},{"product_id":"2024-domaine-de-colonat-beaujolais-blanc","title":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Beaujolais Blanc Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBeaujolais is red country, and Domaine de Colonat has built its reputation on Gamay. But the Chardonnay they produce from clay-limestone soils in the communes of Lancié and Corcelles is worth paying close attention to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHand harvested and sorted, pressed immediately and fermented slowly at cool temperatures. Eight months in a combination of oak barrels (20%) and stainless steel (80%) gives a bit of texture but keeps freshness at the forefront.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis isn't some luscious, powerful white Burg, but nor is it washed out, simple Macon. It's crisp and precise, with lovely line and length and enough structure to handle food without any heaviness. Lovely soft, gentle fruit, some nice florals and spice around the edges, and balance spot on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor a domaine celebrated for its Gamay, the Chardonnay more than holds its own. And extraordinary value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43864050008107,"sku":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Beaujolais Blanc Chardonnay","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024DomainedeColonatBeaujolaisBlanc.jpg?v=1789440183"},{"product_id":"2023-domaine-de-colonat-morgon-les-charmes","title":"2023 Domaine de Colonat Morgon Les Charmes","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points \u0026amp; Best in Show Trophy - Decanter Wine Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMorgon is home for the Collogne family, and has been for 200 years. This is where Thomas' oldest and most celebrated vineyards reside, and as you'd expect with quality old-vine Morgon, where his most intensely structured Gamays are produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eComing from a composite blend of blocks within the excellent 'Les Charmes' climat, this is everything we love about Morgon and more. It's grown on shallow, sandy granite soils with naturally low nutrients. The vines average 50 years old, their deep roots drawing concentrated, richly flavoured fruit with real structure behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe approach in the winery is consistent with Thomas' other wines, save for a small amount of older oak to handle the more powerful fruit.  It's 90% destemmed, with 12 days of gentle maceration, then eight months in a combination of oak barrels (20%) and concrete tanks (80%). Precise, restrained winemaking again that lets the site do the talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt's a riot of red and purple fruits, with big florals, palate-coating texture and a rocky tannic structure that pulses through the wine. It's at once thought-provoking and totally smashable, and just a terrific example of this magnificent Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is the one to tuck a few bottles into the cellar, but gee it goes good right out of the gate too.  World-class Beaujolais, as it's Best in Show Trophy at the Decanter Wine Awards suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43864050925611,"sku":"2023 Domaine de Colonat Morgon Les Charmes","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023DomainedeColonatMorgonLesCharmes.jpg?v=1789440226"},{"product_id":"2023-domaine-de-colonat-moulin-a-vent-vieilles-vignes","title":"2023 Domaine de Colonat Moulin-a-Vent Vieilles Vignes","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest Gamay in the World - International Gamay Competition\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBest Gamay in the World. That was the verdict of the International Gamay Competition's 14th edition in Lyon, where 181 judges assessed 811 competing Gamay wines from around the globe. Domaine de Colonat's Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes - this wine - took the title!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMoulin-à-Vent is arguably the most powerful and age-worthy of the Beaujolais crus, and this cuvée draws on three distinct terroirs within it: Les Grenèriers, Bois Pontdevaux and Les Maisons Neuves. The vines range from 65 to 92 years old, grown on granite-derived alluvial soils rich in clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e80% destemmed, 14 days of gentle maceration, then six months in concrete tanks. No oak. The approach keeps the focus entirely on the fruit and the site, with the natural power and richness of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMoulin-à-Vent not needing any help in the winery to shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is the richest and biggest of the Colonat lineup, with a complex and layered web of cherry, blackberry, plum and strawberry jam. It has a tantalisingly silky mouthfeel, with round but firm tannin and cleansing acidity. The balance of everything is spot on again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGreat to drink now but would love a few more years in the cellar too. Share with friends and some grilled meats.  Absolutely beautiful old vine Gamay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43864054104107,"sku":"2023 Domaine de Colonat Moulin-a-Vent Vieilles Vignes","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023DomainedeColonatMoulin-a-VentVieillesVignes.jpg?v=1789440267"},{"product_id":"2024-domaine-de-colonat-brouilly","title":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Brouilly Clos Reisser","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBrouilly is often the first port of call for Beaujolais newcomers, but the Clos Reisser is more than a gateway wine. This east-facing hillside within the appellation, planted at high density on granitic sandy soils, gives this Gamay a precision and mineral character that sets it apart from the broader appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe vines here are 40 years old. 90% destemmed, 10 days of gentle maceration, then eight months in concrete tanks. No oak, no interference. Just Gamay and granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFresh cherry and raspberry on the palate, with violet florals and a bright mineral thread running through. Blue fruits too. The tannins are supple and fine-grained, the acidity lively and mouthwatering. It's plush and juicy and just so damn moreish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVery easy to enjoy young, but with the legs to go 5-6 years if you like. This might be the crowd-pleaser of the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43864055644203,"sku":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Brouilly Clos Reisser","price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024DomainedeColonatBrouilly.jpg?v=1789440298"},{"product_id":"2024-domaine-de-colonat-fleurie","title":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Fleurie Vieilles Vignes","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFleurie is celebrated above all for its elegance and fragrance, and the Grille Midi terroir is one of the cru's most prized plots. This south-facing hillside of shallow, sandy granite pushes vines to their limits, concentrating what little they produce into fruit of real richness and definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOld vines and lower yields, with 90% destemmed fruit and a cool, controlled 10-day maceration. Eight months in concrete tanks, no oak involved at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe result is everything Fleurie promises: fresh cherry and raspberry, pronounced iris and violet florals, and a silky, fine-grained texture that feels effortless. There is genuine depth and concentration beneath the delicacy, with this chewy mineral structure running alongside the gorgeous fruit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is serious Fleurie from a serious producer, but most of all, seriously delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43864056070187,"sku":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Fleurie Vieilles Vignes","price":41.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024DomainedeColonatFleurie.jpg?v=1789440315"},{"product_id":"2024-domaine-de-colonat-chiroubles","title":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Chiroubles Les Rochaux","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChiroubles is the highest of the Beaujolais crus, and its altitude shows in the wines: high-toned, fragrant and distinctly lighter on the palate than most of its neighbours. The Rochaux terroir sits on a very steep, south-facing hillside of granitic sandy soils, where vines between 40 and 70 years old produce small, concentrated fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFully destemmed, 10 days of gentle maceration, eight months in concrete tanks. Complete destemming keeps things clean and precise, letting the aromatics speak without distraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFresh raspberry and cherry on the palate, with violet florals and a fine mineral thread from the granite beneath. The texture is light and airy, the acidity vibrant and refreshing, with a clean, lifted finish. It's gorgeous drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe steep hillside and old vines give it considerably more depth than Chiroubles typically delivers, with definite mid-term cellaring potential to be had. A natural match for a whole host of cuisines, and a reminder that Gamay can be both delicate and genuinely compelling at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43864056135723,"sku":"2024 Domaine de Colonat Chiroubles Les Rochaux","price":39.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024DomainedeColonatChiroubles_594e6ed4-41c9-44ce-86f5-08d70ba79368.jpg?v=1789440351"},{"product_id":"2024-domaine-de-colonat-regnie","title":"2025 Domaine de Colonat Regnie Vieilles Vignes","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRégnié is the youngest of the ten Beaujolais crus by designation, but the Thulon terroir within it tells a longer story. Very poor granite soils rich in potassium, with porphyroid feldspar running through them in places, and a north-east facing slope that brings a cooler, more gradual ripening to the old vines planted here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThat north-east aspect is the key to understanding this wine. Where most of the great Beaujolais cru sites face south or southeast for maximum sun, Thulon's orientation delivers a freshness and aromatic precision that is entirely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarefully sorted, fully destemmed, 10 to 12 days of maceration, eight months in concrete tanks. A focused, unhurried approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFresh and fragrant on the nose, with cherry, raspberry and a delicate floral lift. The palate is light-footed and precise, with vibrant acidity, fine tannins and a mineral character that reflects the feldspar and granite beneath. Elegant and expressive in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOld vines, poor soils, a cool hillside. This is Régnié at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43864056299563,"sku":"2025 Domaine de Colonat Regnie Vieilles Vignes","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2025DomainedeColonatRegnie.jpg?v=1789440377"},{"product_id":"domaine-de-colonat-beaujolais-masterclass-pack","title":"Domaine de Colonat Beaujolais Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Colonat is a Beaujolais producer you must get to know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe visited winemaker Thomas Collogne in his Morgon home and were blown away by the quality, distinctiveness and purity of his wines, coming from vineyards and Cru's all across Beaujolais. So much so, that we felt compelled to import Domaine de Colonat directly intro Australia ourselves!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThomas is first and foremost a farmer, obsessively tending to his various sites and growing beautifully balanced and organic fruit. He places a huge emphasis on picking dates and grape-sorting, which happens at three different stages. Concrete is the primary ageing vessel in the winery, with everything designed to retain purity, site expression and balanced structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are some of the finest Beaujolais we've tasted in some time, and at the prices we can offer by going direct to the source, represent simply unbeatable value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best way to sample Thomas' glorious wines is in our Domaine de Colonat Beaujolais Masterclass Pack, letting you tour around the region at a remarkable price. The pack includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine de Colonat Chiroubles Les Rochaux\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine de Colonat Fleurie Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Domaine de Colonat Moulin-a-Vent Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Domaine de Colonat Morgon Les Charmes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Domaine de Colonat Brouilly Clos Reisser\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Domaine de Colonat Regnie Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"There are always consumers with preconceived notions about Beaujolais wines, but today I take it as a game to convince them. I know our wines are appreciated, and I have confidence in their quality\"\u003cbr\u003e- Thomas Collogne (Domaine de Colonat owner\/winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qO20WJWBTKM?si=reJyLRyCCGAxA_Px\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine de Colonat Chiroubles Les Rochaux\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChiroubles is the highest of the Beaujolais crus, and its altitude shows in the wines: high-toned, fragrant and distinctly lighter on the palate than most of its neighbours. The Rochaux terroir sits on a very steep, south-facing hillside of granitic sandy soils, where vines between 40 and 70 years old produce small, concentrated fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFully destemmed, 10 days of gentle maceration, eight months in concrete tanks. Complete destemming keeps things clean and precise, letting the aromatics speak without distraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFresh raspberry and cherry on the palate, with violet florals and a fine mineral thread from the granite beneath. The texture is light and airy, the acidity vibrant and refreshing, with a clean, lifted finish. It's gorgeous drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe steep hillside and old vines give it considerably more depth than Chiroubles typically delivers, with definite mid-term cellaring potential to be had. A natural match for a whole host of cuisines, and a reminder that Gamay can be both delicate and genuinely compelling at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine de Colonat Chiroubles Les Rochaux\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-de-colonat-chiroubles\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine de Colonat Fleurie Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFleurie is celebrated above all for its elegance and fragrance, and the Grille Midi terroir is one of the cru's most prized plots. This south-facing hillside of shallow, sandy granite pushes vines to their limits, concentrating what little they produce into fruit of real richness and definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOld vines and lower yields, with 90% destemmed fruit and a cool, controlled 10-day maceration. Eight months in concrete tanks, no oak involved at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe result is everything Fleurie promises: fresh cherry and raspberry, pronounced iris and violet florals, and a silky, fine-grained texture that feels effortless. There is genuine depth and concentration beneath the delicacy, with this chewy mineral structure running alongside the gorgeous fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is serious Fleurie from a serious producer, but most of all, seriously delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine de Colonat Fleurie Vieilles Vignes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-de-colonat-fleurie\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Domaine de Colonat Moulin-a-Vent Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest Gamay in the World - International Gamay Competition\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBest Gamay in the World. That was the verdict of the International Gamay Competition's 14th edition in Lyon, where 181 judges assessed 811 competing Gamay wines from around the globe. Domaine de Colonat's Moulin-à-Vent Vieilles Vignes - this wine - took the title!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMoulin-à-Vent is arguably the most powerful and age-worthy of the Beaujolais crus, and this cuvée draws on three distinct terroirs within it: Les Grenèriers, Bois Pontdevaux and Les Maisons Neuves. The vines range from 65 to 92 years old, grown on granite-derived alluvial soils rich in clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e80% destemmed, 14 days of gentle maceration, then six months in concrete tanks. No oak. The approach keeps the focus entirely on the fruit and the site, with the natural power and richness of\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMoulin-à-Vent not needing any help in the winery to shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is the richest and biggest of the Colonat lineup, with a complex and layered web of cherry, blackberry, plum and strawberry jam. It has a tantalisingly silky mouthfeel, with round but firm tannin and cleansing acidity. The balance of everything is spot on again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGreat to drink now but would love a few more years in the cellar too. Share with friends and some grilled meats. Absolutely beautiful old vine Gamay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Domaine de Colonat Moulin-a-Vent Vieilles Vignes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-domaine-de-colonat-moulin-a-vent-vieilles-vignes\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Domaine de Colonat Morgon Les Charmes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points \u0026amp; Best in Show Trophy - Decanter Wine Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMorgon is home for the Collogne family, and has been for 200 years. This is where Thomas' oldest and most celebrated vineyards reside, and as you'd expect with quality old-vine Morgon, where his most intensely structured Gamays are produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eComing from a composite blend of blocks within the excellent 'Les Charmes' climat, this is everything we love about Morgon and more. It's grown on shallow, sandy granite soils with naturally low nutrients. The vines average 50 years old, their deep roots drawing concentrated, richly flavoured fruit with real structure behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe approach in the winery is consistent with Thomas' other wines, save for a small amount of older oak to handle the more powerful fruit. It's 90% destemmed, with 12 days of gentle maceration, then eight months in a combination of oak barrels (20%) and concrete tanks (80%). Precise, restrained winemaking again that lets the site do the talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt's a riot of red and purple fruits, with big florals, palate-coating texture and a rocky tannic structure that pulses through the wine. It's at once thought-provoking and totally smashable, and just a terrific example of this magnificent Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is the one to tuck a few bottles into the cellar, but gee it goes good right out of the gate too. World-class Beaujolais, as it's Best in Show Trophy at the Decanter Wine Awards suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Domaine de Colonat Morgon Les Charmes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-domaine-de-colonat-morgon-les-charmes\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Domaine de Colonat Brouilly Clos Reisser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBrouilly is often the first port of call for Beaujolais newcomers, but the Clos Reisser is more than a gateway wine. This east-facing hillside within the appellation, planted at high density on granitic sandy soils, gives this Gamay a precision and mineral character that sets it apart from the broader appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe vines here are 40 years old. 90% destemmed, 10 days of gentle maceration, then eight months in concrete tanks. No oak, no interference. Just Gamay and granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFresh cherry and raspberry on the palate, with violet florals and a bright mineral thread running through. Blue fruits too. The tannins are supple and fine-grained, the acidity lively and mouthwatering. It's plush and juicy and just so damn moreish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVery easy to enjoy young, but with the legs to go 5-6 years if you like. This might be the crowd-pleaser of the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2024 Domaine de Colonat Brouilly Clos Reisser\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-de-colonat-brouilly\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Domaine de Colonat Regnie Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRégnié is the youngest of the ten Beaujolais crus by designation, but the Thulon terroir within it tells a longer story. Very poor granite soils rich in potassium, with porphyroid feldspar running through them in places, and a north-east facing slope that brings a cooler, more gradual ripening to the old vines planted here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThat north-east aspect is the key to understanding this wine. Where most of the great Beaujolais cru sites face south or southeast for maximum sun, Thulon's orientation delivers a freshness and aromatic precision that is entirely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarefully sorted, fully destemmed, 10 to 12 days of maceration, eight months in concrete tanks. A focused, unhurried approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFresh and fragrant on the nose, with cherry, raspberry and a delicate floral lift. The palate is light-footed and precise, with vibrant acidity, fine tannins and a mineral character that reflects the feldspar and granite beneath. Elegant and expressive in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOld vines, poor soils, a cool hillside. This is Régnié at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2025 Domaine de Colonat Regnie Vieilles Vignes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-domaine-de-colonat-regnie\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Colonat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44871718699051,"sku":"Domaine de Colonat Beaujolais Masterclass Pack","price":219.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/DomainedeColonatBeaujolaisMasterclassPack.jpg?v=1789440870"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/different-drop-imports.oembed","provider":"Different Drop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}