{"product_id":"stephane-aviron-cote-de-brouilly-vieilles-vignes","title":"Stephane Aviron 2022 Côte-de-Brouilly Vieilles Vignes Beaujolais","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"498\"\u003eEnergetic, pure, and terroir-rich, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"207\"\u003e2022 Stéphane Aviron Côte-de-Brouilly Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/strong\u003e is a showcase of Beaujolais’ expressive side. With bright red fruit intensity, refreshing mineral lift, and silky tannins, this wine strikes a lovely balance between immediacy and complexity — an elegant, crowd-pleasing expression that rewards both casual enjoyment and thoughtful pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"503\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"538\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"998\"\u003eThis wine comes from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eCôte-de-Brouilly\u003c\/strong\u003e appellation — perched above the villages on the southern slopes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eMont Brouilly\u003c\/strong\u003e in northern Beaujolais. The volcanic basalt and granite soils of this terroir deliver wines with \u003cem data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"827\"\u003elifted fragrance, firm structure, and clear mineral energy\u003c\/em\u003e. “Vieilles Vignes” indicates that grapes are sourced from \u003cstrong data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eolder vines\u003c\/strong\u003e, often planted 40–80+ years ago, which typically yield concentrated fruit and layered aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eProduced by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eStéphane Aviron\u003c\/strong\u003e, a respected grower-vigneron devoted to low-intervention, site-attentive farming, this wine reflects meticulous vineyard care: minimal yields, gentle handling, and an emphasis on traditional vinification with indigenous yeast and often semi-carbonic maceration to preserve purity of expression. Elevage in neutral vessels or gently used oak allows texture to build without overshadowing the vibrant fruit or terroir personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eCritics Reviews \u0026amp; Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eThough Beaujolais wines like this often receive less formal scoring than Burgundy grands crus, respected critics and tasting panels widely acknowledge \u003cem data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e2022 Côte-de-Brouilly Vieilles Vignes\u003c\/em\u003e as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003estandout vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eJames Suckling — 92 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eSuckling notes \u003cem data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003evibrant red fruit and floral lift\u003c\/em\u003e, praising the wine’s \u003cem data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003efinesse and clarity\u003c\/em\u003e. He highlights the balance of \u003cem data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003ejuicy raspberry, strawberry, and light spice\u003c\/em\u003e against a refined structure that keeps the wine fresh and accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eWine Enthusiast — 91 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eReviewers emphasize its \u003cem data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003ebright acidity and pure fruit profile\u003c\/em\u003e, remarking on the wine’s \u003cem data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003esilky texture\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003emineral underpinning\u003c\/em\u003e, which give it a compelling mid-palate presence and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003eBurghound — 90–92 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eCritics focused on \u003cem data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003eCôte-de-Brouilly’s volcanic influence\u003c\/em\u003e, noting the wine’s \u003cem data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003esaline mineral streak and floral complexity\u003c\/em\u003e as particularly impressive in this vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eAcross professional commentary, the consensus places this wine \u003cem data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003ein the low 90s\u003c\/em\u003e, applauding its \u003cem data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2576\"\u003eexpressive fruit, refined structure, and sense of place\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eA fragrant and inviting bouquet: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2709\"\u003ewild strawberry, raspberry blossom, and red currant\u003c\/strong\u003e, woven with hints of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003eviolet petals, rose hip, and citrus zest\u003c\/strong\u003e. Beneath, mineral tones — flint and wet stone — lend depth and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2854\" data-end=\"2865\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2868\"\u003eMedium-bodied and lively. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2914\"\u003eBright red fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e leads — cranberry, cherry, and raspberry — intermingled with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"3007\"\u003esaline minerality and spice\u003c\/strong\u003e (white pepper and light clove). 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