91POINTS
16¾/20
Jean Max L’Ext’hase 2022
Beaujolais, Burgundy, FranceFrom 70 year old gamay in southern Bojo's Charnay, rooted its calcareous clay soils, this was carbonically macerated, with 7 months in oak, prior to a tightening moon phase rest in stainless, and bottling with low sulphur. A characterful charmer, much like the hare on the label, these are made in the cellar of Eric Texier in the Rhône, hence they are labelled as Vin de France. Pretty and perfumed raspberry, cherry, and wildflowers roll across the palate, dusted with pink peppercorn, and lofted with an easy, buoyant acidity. Tannins are finely sticky, framing this and welcoming charcuterie / grilled sausages.Tasted: 26 September 2024Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:ON | $45.00 | 750ml | consignment |
Grape: Gamay Noir