Moulin-à-Vent
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Known as the “King of Beaujolais”, this famous Cru takes its name from the ancient windmill on a hill at Romanèche-Thorins. The special character of these wines is partly due to the granite sub-soil, which is very rich in manganese. With their deep, ruby colour and aromas of roses, iris, spice and ripe fruits, these are well-structured wines, which age well and are renowned for being some of the finest wines in France.
Once aged, serve at 14°C, with red meat, game and strong cheeses.
Average annual production: 38 000 hl
Average number of bottles: 5 million
Area under vine: 670 hectares
Soil type: granite rich in manganese
Last Update : 2008-10-16
